Bitter Love

Chapter 2:The Beginning

1 year ago...

The morning light streamed in, gently coaxing Evie awake. As she opened her hazel eyes, they sparkled with a warmth that hinted at both curiosity and kindness. She stretched, revealing her medium-sized frame with a slim waist and a figure that was both graceful and alluring. Her pink lips, slightly parted from sleep, looked soft and inviting,complementing her blonde hair and giving her a youthful, endearing charm.

She sat up, rubbing the remnants of sleep from her eyes. The familiar sounds of the morning-birds chirping outside her window and the faint hum of traffic-created a comforting backdrop. She swung her legs over the side of the bed and let her feet touch the cool wooden floor, sending a shiver up her spine.

She glanced at the clock on her nightstand. It was still early, but the day was already calling to her with its promises and uncertainties. Evie took a deep breath, savoring the quiet moment before the day's demands began to press in. Her mind wandered to the tasks ahead and the people she would meet, but for now, she allowed herself a few more moments of peace.

Standing up, she walked over to the mirror and caught sight of her reflection. Her hair was a mess, but there was a certain charm in the disarray. She smiled at herself, a reminder to embrace the imperfections of the morning. With a soft sigh, she turned away and headed to the bathroom, ready to start the day.

After a quick freshen-up, she dressed and tied her hair in a messy bun. She walked to the dining room, where her mother, Rebecca, and her younger sister, Kaylee, were already seated for breakfast. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee and toast filled the room.

"Good morning!"

Evie greeted them with a warm hug. Rebecca and Kaylee returned her embrace, their faces lighting up with smiles.

"Morning, Evie,"

Rebecca said, passing her a plate.

"We were just talking about your job applications. Any updates?"

Evie shook her head, sitting down and grabbing a piece of toast.

"Kaylee, always the optimist, chimed in,

"Don't worry, Evie. Something will come up. You've been working so hard."

The Hamiltons were a small but close-knit family. Evie had been trying to find work to support them ever since her father, Benjamin, had been involved in an accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down.

Despite the challenges, Rebecca's small coffee shop struggled but remained a symbol of their resilience.Evie had submitted applications to various companies, but so far, none had yielded results. Despite the setbacks, she remained determined. She told herself she would keep going, no matter how tough things got.

As she finished her breakfast, Evie glanced at her family, feeling a deep sense of responsibility and love. No matter what, she was committed to doing everything she could to support them.