Beauty within the beast

Silvia

I wake up to see the light glaring through the curtains. I stretch my sore tired limbs, sitting up to realize I'm not in my own bed, I'm not even at home. I suddenly remember all the events from yesterday and let a weary sigh escape my lips.
I know when I go down stairs I'll have to face everyone.. Which I'm not looking forward to.

I look around and spot another door, assuming that it's the bathroom. I guess I should just get it over with , get my bag and then straight to the showers. I sluggishly crawl out of bed, making my way to the door. Today is a new day, and I'm gonna try and make the best of it. Meaning I will avoid roman best as I can, only speaking to him when it's absolutely necessary. The events that happened last night certainly changed my mind about my stay going to be a smooth ride. Every time things start to go to smooth for me, it automatically turns to crap. Like last night for instance..

I walk down the hallway and head to the elevator, but stop when I hear a dreaded familiar voice.

Ethlania..

Crap! Seriously, of all people she has to be on this floor??? Just my luck.
I quicken my pace to the elevator hoping I will exit unscathed by Ethlania's sharp smothering eyes. As I go to step in the elevator i'm stopped.

"Well hello, Roxanne." She greets behind me. I sigh quietly , cursing my luck, I'm only a freaking step away!

"Hello ethlania." I greet , my voice showing that I'm not in the mood for her.

"Someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed this morning , didn't they?" I instantly recognize as Landon. I turn around quickly, noticing he seems bitter and upset. I have no clue as to why ,but frankly, I don't want to find out, I'm trying to keep myself from getting into any unwanted angry confrontations.
No.. No, I will not get angry or involved, I will walk away!

I quickly turn around and get into the elevator, pressing the button , not giving a crap if they wanted in or not. To my dismay, they get in before the doors can close.

"Not gonna talk?" Ethlania questions tauntingly, her eyes studying my unruly morning appearance.
I keep quiet and advert my gaze to the floor. I will start the day on the wrong foot if I reply, knowing me and my mouth, it won't get me anywhere good.

I hear her scoff "You think you're too good to talk-" but Landon cuts her off before she can make her snide remark.

"Leave her alone."His voice  calm yet dark and dangerous. I turn my head In his direction in surprise to see ethlania sending him "Why the heck are you defending her?!" Look. But he doesn't reply, he keeps his face emotionless although I can't see his eyes due to the hair in his face. He is back to the way I first saw him in the gym.

She huffs agitated but seems to listen to her brother. Thankfully.
The doors open which I quickly exit, sighing in relief to be out of that small confined place with ethlania. As I near the kitchen I notice it's crowded.

Everyone is in the dining room, kitchen and living area , although it is loud with chatter, the air holds sadness and gloom. I suddenly remember this is the day vader is cremated and that they're spreading his ashes today. Great, just another thing to bring my mood down.

I quickly walk to the kitchen, sitting in the corner of the small table , avoiding the stares from everyone as i walk by. I hear a chair being scraped as someone plops down in front of me.

I look up to see it's Landon, the hair  now away from his eyes to reveal a concerned look.

"What?" I snap, not intending to sound rude as I actually do.
I really need to stop giving away my attitude so easily..

"What's with you today?" He asks, brushing the brown stray hair that falls in front of his eyes again.

"Nothing."I curtly answer.