My Choice

chapter 5

Vilu's pov

-next day-

*I couldn't sleep last night. I kept thinking about the whole crazy situation that I got myself into, picturing my future in the palace, m\ parents' future here. I hope this will help my mum at least a bit. I have to stay there for at least two rounds... The dawn has come earlier than I expected, I could hear my dad walking around the kitchen already. A knock on the door made me get up, walk through the house in my bedhair and a tired face. I opened the door and faced a tall man in a uniform*

Man: Hello miss Castillo. I am here to pick you up. We're leaving.

V: Already? I thought that you'd come later... But okay, give me some time to get ready.

Man: May I talk to your parents in the meantime?

V: Yes, sure. Come in, I will call my father. 

*My dad came out of the kitchen, surprised at the sight of the officer.*

Vd: Hello

Man: Hello Mr. Castillo. I am in charge of sending your daughter off to the Royal Palace. Can we talk in private? We need you to sign some papers.

Vd: Yes, come to the living room with me. Vilu, please go and say bye to your mum

V: Yes

*I walked to the bedroom quietly, seeing my mom in her bed. I was so used to her being here that I didn't spend much real time with her. I spent all my time in my room or outside... now god knows when I will see her again...*

V: Mum, they came for me. I am leaving now...

Vm: Come here

*She welcomed me in an embraced that was weak but warm, full of genuine feelings. I promised myself not to cry in front of her but I already felt tears streaming down my cheeks...*

Vm: Don't forget that I am proud of you.

V: I will come back soon. I promise.

Vm: Don't forget that you will be on TV, act like a lady.

*I had to smile. Even though my mum is ill and can't walk, she is witty and never forgets to teach me about things, give me her wisdoms. My dad came in and nodded at me with a weak smile. It's time to go. I left the bedroom and went to the door where the officer was standing with my suitcase.*

Vd: Be careful

V: I will come back soon. Bye...

*We hugged and then dad let me go. The man led me to a large, black car... I think it's called a limousine. I sat inside and found myself in front of Fran and some other girls who were chosen. Fran let out an excited squeal and sat next to me*

??: Hi! I am Camila!

*Said the girl with long red hair. The other girls gave me a smile. Only two of them looked at me haughtily and then turned their heads away.*

V: Uh... Hi, I am Violetta

*I talked with Fran and friendly Camila all the way to the castle. At least I'm not in this crazy competition alone.*