Aware Princess Series Competition Stories

What if?

What if Ella's father died instead of her mom?

I closed the door behind me, happy to finally have some time off. Working as a manager at age 18 is more work than I thought it would require. I don't know how Mum runs the Retreat Centre.

I don't know how Dad could run it on his own either. Maybe the Centre ran him to death. It's very stressful to keep up with everything, and Dad didn't want a partner. In the end, his passion killed him.

After Dad's death, Mom and I worked really hard to keep the Drennan Retreat Centre open. We enlisted in the help of the (Ariel and her dad's last name- I am so bad at names!) family. I got on close terms with Ariel when Dad died. She helped me through the pain. Her mum died too and she knows the feeling. She was so shy, but she's learned to open up. She sings karaoke on Friday nights. She's an amazing singer. And Charlie and Olivia love her.

She's planning on singing during the summer bash that's on my birthday. Mum is planning on inviting many record labels in hopes that someone recognizes her talent and gives her a record label.

Mum also seems a lot happier nowadays. She spends lots of time with Ariel's father. I think they might have feelings for each other. They helped each other with their losses, and I think a bond has formed. It doesn't help that they spend hours together daily while working as partners. I'm happy for them though, and Ariel is too. They'll finally be happy after years of sorrow.

Also, One Direction is planning on staying here for a couple weeks. I love their music!! I don't really care about who most guests are, but it's One Direction!! I can't wait to meet them. Of course, I won't be an obsessed fan girl. I'll keep it professional. Maybe ask for a picture with them- of course I'll ask to take a picture with them!

Once fall comes I'll be heading to University. If only I could stay behind and help Mum, but I need this degree. I need it to run this place when I'm old enough. Hopefully that'll be a long time in the future.

But, this retreat is a huge part of my life. I wonder what life would've been like had Dad not come up with the idea. I'm pretty sure life would be worse. And that's why I'm fine with everything- the long hours, little free time, and everything negative about the job. This place is Dad's legacy and I will keep it running as if he was there right beside me.