"Ready for It?..."

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The night shift reigned in Pennsylvania, Allison was in front of her computer waiting for the result that could change her life forever.  She knew that if she was accepted she would be able to achieve what she wanted so much.  Allison can still remember when she was five years old and touched a camera for the first time, she sneaked out from her parents late in the afternoon to take photos of the landscapes and animals she encountered.  Her fear at that moment was not being accepted for her effort, work and rejection wouldn't do any good either because she had just freed herself from her first toxic relationship that destroyed her once and for all.  For those who are more curious, Allison is competing for a work grant for the best-known publisher in New York that we can call "Photo's Polaroid's", like what are the chances of a girl who lives with her family and cats to win this grant?  Well, she knew there was little chance.
(Knock, knock, knock...)
    Allison quickly jumps up from her computer chair.
  -Daughter, let's go...dinner is on the table!-
   It was clearly her mother, she could tell just by her worried voice.
-I'm already finishing, just a few more minutes.-
   Allison said in an impatient voice, so her mother left her alone and went to the kitchen.  An hour passed and she finally went to eat, when she got there her mother was already unpacking the table.
-Allison, there's food in the fridge, just heat it up.-
  -Where are Oliver and Dad?-
-Her father took him to watch the football game.  Remember?...-
- DAMN IT!  I waited six months to be able to go...I already had everything planned for tonight.-
-Ali, you spent the whole day waiting for this result that you forgot that you still have a life out here...-
-Mom... please understand me, this has been my dream since I was five years old, you know this very well and that computer will show me whether it is now or not.  Do you understand me?-
-Daughter...-
Mrs. Clark was interrupted by a message that had just arrived on her daughter's cell phone.
{NOTIFICATION RECEIVED FROM "Photo's Polaroid's".
   Dear scholarship holder, we want to inform you that your acceptance letter is 100% approved!!!
   Congratulations!  We read and re-read your letter and saw your photo taken in Pennsylvania which is indeed excellent, it is at the perfect angle, everything is in accordance with the publisher's requirements.  This proves to us that we chose the right photographer!!!
   Congratulations again Allison Clark, and when do you plan to come?  Don't forget that your ticket, food and accommodation will be paid for!  You will stay in the best apartment in New York called "Era's Palace"... I have already sent you the location and apartment details, your purchase for the month will be made by yourself, don't worry about that.
    An important detail about your hosting!  Remember that you chose the option of being able to share rooms with another scholarship holder or young person in your age group, so we will update you on this matter at any time.  You will receive their data and they will receive your data so they know who they are.  Prepare for your journey.}
    -What happened?...-
-MOM, I PASSED, I PASSED....!!!-
-Ha, I knew you would be able to make me proud!-
-But what will it be like?  Do you already know when the flight is?  Who are you going to share the apartment with?...-
-I...I don't know, I don't know who it will be, I just know that it will be my age and the flight will be tomorrow as was scheduled in the contract for whoever manages to win the draw.-
   Then Allison and her mom thought about this trip and "NY" that was scheduled for tomorrow morning.
    So on the streets of New York he was, walking lost in the cold, with just his shoulder bag and his guitar stored in a black bag on his back.  It was getting late and there was nowhere to go, Lian was afraid that he wouldn't be able to find a job to support himself or even an apartment or house.  It was there that he found the big and famous 'Central Station', thus managing to get even more lost, there were so many people passing by and coming back, families together as usual, deep down Lian missed his home, his mother and definitely of his father who had recently passed away.  So Lian stood still for at least 10 minutes to process everything that was happening, thus noticing a landmark near the bus meetings where people from other cities got off.  Nearby was a beautiful woman with curly hair, dark skin, dark green eyes like the leaves of a tree, if we had to guess we would say she was around 20...24...25... Let's not go that far. .  Lian realizes that she is in charge of helping those who are arriving in the big city and have no place to live or work.
*It's right there!  My mother told me to go...*
    She thought he was relieved that he wouldn't have to sit on a bench tonight.  So he got closer and took advantage of the fact that there was no longer a huge line.
- Hey goodnight...-
   Said Lian in her most pleasant evening, she turned around and gave a friendly smile.
-Hello good evening, welcome to New York!  How can I help you?  Are you looking for a tutor in the city, are you looking for work or housing?
-That's it!...I mean...yes, I need to find a place to live.  I came looking for an opportunity in the music business, I have a friend who recommended the record label "Pond's Studios"... I already have the job, but I need a place to stay.-
-Let's say you have some damn luck.  Look, today is the most chaotic month at my work!  I welcomed several scholarship holders, travelers, new residents and blah, blah, blah.   You seem to be the last one before my schedule changes... so do you have a specific place to live?-
   Lian was frozen, he didn't know what to say or do, the only word that came out after ten seconds was a light and low...
-no...-
   Lian whispered, afraid of the girl judging him.
-Don't worry, some people are like that too...it's just that it's all new, it's a very big city.  We can do the following, I'll tell you the names of two apartments that are available for students, residents and scholarship holders... ok?-
-Yes, I feel more relieved...-
    The assistant starts looking at your computer and takes a few minutes to get answers.
-Ready!  Here it is, you will have two apartment options.  We have "Stole's Palace" it is not very cozy and has a lot of installation problems.  Well, I'm being honest with you because the people who work when I finish my schedule just want to finish their shift quickly, so whatever place they choose for you is fine with them... you know?...-
Lian nods slightly.
-Good, and we also have the famous and cozy "Era's Palace" that I recommend to you.  But one detail!  As you did not compete to win a scholarship or job, you will have to pay a fee per month for your part of the rent...-
-And how many are left?...-
- It's not that bad, it would cost a thousand dollars, but since you're going to work at a very famous music record company, everything will be fine!-
- I don't know, I'm afraid I won't be able to...-
-Yes you will!  You can't give up on a dream that is practically already in your hands...-
Lian gives a confident smile and accepts the proposal.
-I'm happy to know you'll want to stay... so I'll make your records.  I've been talking to you for minutes and I didn't ask your name...-
-Ah, it's Lian... Lian Cooper...-
- Hello Lian, can you give me your documents?...-
-Yes of course!-
Lian passes her documents and she starts typing on her computer again.  After some minutes...
-Ready!  Lian, I managed... you will stay at Eras and your room is ready... but there will be one catch... you will stay in a shared apartment...-
-What do you mean I doubt it?-
-Yes, divided...it's all or nothing...-
- So that's all!  What's my colleague like?-
- I already printed her fix... here it is -
-Her?...-
    Lian takes the information sheet and notices the description of a girl a little younger than him.
-Thank you very much, is that all?-
-Ah, of course the apartment number...is 123. You'll see it when you get there.-
- Thank you very much, really, for everything.-
-No matter, when you need something, come back on Saturday nights...like this one.-
-And again, thank you very much...?-
-Ah, yes, my name is Chloe-
-Thank you Chloe...-
     Lian then heads towards "Era's Palace".  He could already smell life and his future coming.
     At Allison's house, everything was going according to the trip that was going to take place the next day.
{NOTIFICATION RECEIVED FROM Polaroid's Photo's.
   Good evening Allison Clark, we received information about her roommate and we already have one ready for her company!!!
Here is the details of her newest friend!
"Ready for It?..."

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