DISTRESS

CHAPTER 35

More than 3 weeks have passed and tomorrow it's my birthday. You may be wondering if it's Raven's birthday as well but no since she has a different birthday which we agreed to base it on the day she appeared and that was a few months after my birthday. To be honest, I'm not that excited since I rarely celebrate my birthday. When mom and sister died, I feel like birthday's don't matter that much to me anymore. It's not like I can celebrate it when my paycheck isn't even enough for that bastard.

Anyways, for the past few week all I did was spend most of my time with the principal while going to school. I went back after another week and eventhough things are still the same in school, the only thing that changed is I don't need to go back home to that bastard. I won't have to worry about getting beat up after work. For the first time in my life I can be at ease. Not to mention that I'm recovering way better now.

The principal also made sure to ask me out on a date whenever she has the time. After our first date which is the butterfly viewing, we also did a lot of things. We went to the amusement park, go boating, went to the aquarium, watch movies and ate in different restaurants. Those weeks felt hectic but it was worth it. She took me to places I never even thought I'd get to go. She was so considerate and patient to ask me about anything. We also took that chance to get to know each other and for quite some time I was glad to get closer to her a little bit since there's still a lot I don't know about her.

"Why don't we close the bistro for 2 whole days to celebrate puppy's birthday?" Mina suggested and Nina eagerly nodded her head while manager and assistant manager gave it a thought. We're currently here in the bistro to talk about my birthday which I was clearly forced to join.

"Not a bad idea," the principal said.

I look back and forth between them who looks so serious about this matter. It's just a freaking birthday. I don't see why they're making a huge fuss about this. "Wait a minute," I interrupted but they didn't listen and just ignored me as they continued to talk. This time, they're discussing about the food for tomorrow.

"You know what's the best way to celebrate her birthday?" we all turned our attention to the person who spoke and it was Nathan who is smiling widely. "Renting an entire mall for her, that's what." he added, taking his glasses off then winked at me.

The principal immediately covered my eyes and I heard Nathan chuckling. "You're late," the principal said.

"Well, I'm a busy man," he replied. The principal took her hand though she made sure I was close to her. I wonder what happened between them for her to act this protective. "Anyways, why don't I introduce myself properly. I'm Nathan Evans. Laina's business partner," he said, turning his attention to manager, assistant manager and the twins.

"Pleasure. I'm Canna, the manager of this bistro. This is Cielle my assistant and these are my nieces Mina and Nina," assistant manager only looked at him while the twins simply nodded their head. He smiled at them before turning his attention towards us.

"I hope there aren't any hard feelings between us. Besides there's nothing going on between Laina and me, so feel free to ask for my help if you need any," he smiled at me, extending his hand but the principal swatted his hand away.

"Quit fooling around," she said, glaring at him who just shrugged before taking a sit across from us.

"I'm not. So, what do you think of my idea? If you're all okay with it I can make a call right away and make it happen tomorrow," he said.

Right at this moment, I'm utterly stunned that I don't even know what to say anymore. "I think that would be great," the principal agreed. She turned to the manager and she just nodded her head in agreement. Damn, these rich people.