"What happened with you yesterday?" - Greta asked me.
"I just tried to go with the flow." - I groaned.
"I didn't want to push you to fuck with the first person you meet. I am so sorry, it was my fault. I can give really shitty advices when I am drunk." - Ludo's voice was filled with regret.
"Please stop. You did nothing wrong. Actually I needed that conversation and that guy was handsome, anyway." - I tried to cheer her up.
"I am glad that you are fine." - she hugged me.
"Do not left me out." - Greta also joined us.
We ordered food and spent the whole day together watching movies and sleeping on my sofa.
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On Sunday, I decided to update my resume and send it to some job postings. My original plan was to look for a job related to my studies, but experience is needed everywhere and unfortunately I don't have that. Anyway, I'll try, but while I'm waiting for the opportunity of my dreams, I'll apply for some part-time jobs in cafes, bars and restaurants.
University starts next week. I will have a lot of classes, so working won't be easy, and I promised to Ludo and Greta that I will go out with them on the weekends. It sounds impossible for me now, but I didn't come here to relax.
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It was monday afternoon, we were sitting in the 'Vehicle Manufacturing and Repair' class at the university with the girls. This morning one of the restaurants called me that I should go for an interview to them this evening, so all I could think about is that I have to get going as soon as this class is over.
"Just some words before we finish for today. I have an exciting news." - the teacher tried to get attention, while everyone started packing. - "Everyone in this class have the opportunity this year to visit the Ferrari Factory, so you will have the chance to see what you learn here in a real environment. The date is the 19th of October, Monday. We will gather in front of the main building and go there by bus. Check your mailbox for further information."
"Oh my goodness, are you serious?", "It can not be true.", "Am I dreaming or what?", "Thank god I stayed here to the end of the class." - Greta and Ludo were completely shocked.
"I didn't even know you guys were so interested in Ferraris." - I looked at them surprised.
"Who cares about Ferraris?" - Greta looked at me like I was a complete fool.
"Do you think Carlos will be there?" - Ludo asked with sparkling eyes.
"He has to be there. I can't believe that my time has finally come." - I felt like Greta was in another dimension.
"Do not dare to steal him from me." - Ludo became angry in a second.
"Who the hell are you two talking about?" - I tried to get more information because I was lost.
"Girl, are you kidding me? It's Carlos Sainz. You know." - they said as if it were obvious.
I just continued to stare at them in confusion.
"Please don't say that you don't know him. Have you been living under a rock or what?" - Greta was completely disappointed.
"Now I see why you thought the guy from the club was handsome." - Ludo rolled her eyes.
"Here is a picture of him. He is a Formula 1 driver for Ferrari and a Spanish god. I'm sure you know." - Greta tried to save me.
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"O-of course. I-I do know." - I had no idea who he was and I didn't really care because I looked at my watch and saw that I had no more time left to talk.
"Okay, I see you are not really interested. Wait until I show you his teammate. You will love him. If not, there is something wrong with your eyes and you need glasses. - Ludo started looking for a picture of the other guy on her phone.
"Sorry girls, but I'm in a hurry for the interview. Maybe next time. Love ya." - I told them and ran out of the classroom.
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The interview went great, they were satisfied with me, so I can go to a trial day on Wednesday after school.
Since I will have more and more things to do, I convinced myself to unpack the rest of my stuff from the suitcase. I couldn't wait to tell everyone that I finally did it. I don't know why it bothered them so much, but they reminded me everyday to do it.
I was almost done when I found a photo album hidden in a bag at the bottom. At first I had no idea what it was or why it was there. I thought I accidentally put it in while packing. Then I opened it.
'Don't forget about us bitch! '
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My tears flowed so much that my mouth had a strong salty taste. I don't know when they did this or how it got here, but for the first time since I've been here, I felt really lonely. I wanted to find the first bus and go home to them.
I had a great time with Ludo and Greta over the weekend, but I've only known them for 3 days. Meanwhile, I hold my entire childhood, my teenage years and, in fact, my entire life in my hands. I want these people around me. I know half a year is not a long time, but I want to relive these moments right now.
That was the point where I realized it doesn't matter where I am. Those moments are over. We grew up. Everyone goes to a different university and lives in a different city. We move away from home, become independent and focus on our own lives. Nothing will ever be the same. But that's life. And now the life I have to live is here.
