Why Me?

Chapter 1

Brianna

I slung my bag on my back before kissing my dog goodbye.

"I love you Eiffel" He whimpers as if telling me to stay.

"I can't buddy you'll be safe here and I'll be back for you I promise" I kiss his head as a tear rolls down my cheek.

I slowly and quietly opened my window jumping to the ground in one swift move.

Landing on my feet like I always did when I used to sneak out. I always wondered how I was so agile while jumping out the window but can trip over air when walking. Stupid physics.

Snapping myself out of my thoughts I turned looking into the woods. Into the mysterious blackness.

"Breathe In. Breathe out. You'll be ok, just like we planned." I say to myself to reassure myself this is the correct decision before taking on step towards the blackness.

"Just walk it's a simple thing!" I groan before turning around and sneaking back in.

Eiffel's head popped up and his tail started wagging like crazy.

"I know baby. There was no way I could leave you. We can last two more years right?" I ask talking to the little dachshund.

He jumps up and licks my face like he is agreeing. I just gently remove him from off of me. Homework time since I'm not actually leaving.

I looked over at the clock and it read 11:34.

"Enough to finish the Chemistry notes and do my History project!" I sit down at my desk taking out my favorite black pen and my black chemistry notebook that is basically trashed at this point. Damnit teachers. Why do they have to go so fast that you cant even flip the page. My chemistry teacher Mr.Brown would always speed through the notes so my handwriting was really sloppy. At least he would post them online for the 'weak ones' as he would call us. I dont care that he calls us weak.

I flipped to my 6 pages of already written notes and go to the end finishing my chemistry notes.

"Phew that's all 76 slides! Ow ow fuck!" I whisper yell as my hand cramps.

I glance over at the clock 1:13. Well fuck. I'll do the History project tomorrow night.

I walked over to my bed and shooed Eiffel off so we could get under the blankets.

As soon as I laid down he cuddled up to me. Such a cutie.

When my head hits the pillow I start to hear wolves outside. Howling. That's weird. Thats never happened before.

For some reason the howling soothes me. Soon enough I'm fast asleep.
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I jump up as my alarm goes off. I definitely didnt get enough sleep last night. I can't spend that much time on chemistry anymore. And then I remember I actually changed schools last minute so I'm going to North Ridge.

I stretch and get up taking Eiffel outside quietly for his morning walk. He does his business in less than 5 minutes because no dog or human wanted to be outside for more than that. Especially in October.

I take him silently back to my room and lock him in there while I go make my father breakfast. The same thing everyday. Cooked to perfection. 2 over easy eggs, 3 pieces of chewy bacon, and an english muffin.

When I place the plate at his spot on the table I hear his feet stomping towards the kitchen. I run and grab a beer from the fridge popping it open and quietly exiting the back way as to not see him.

"That's right bitch. You aren't meant to be seen. I see you've learned your lesson." He grunts out while sitting down to eat.

I quickly and quietly tip toe back to my room so he doesn't hear me.

When I shut my door I look at the clock 6:45. Cool 45 minutes before I have to leave.

I rush over to my closet grabbing a baggy black t-shirt to cover the self harm scars and black skinny jeans that are ripped at the knees. Grabbing these clothing items I rush across the hall to shower. I hop in not caring that the water is scalding hot and quickly wash my hair and lather my body before rinsing. I hop out and rush back to my room grabbing my hair dryer and straightener.

Gotta look good for the first day at North Ridge.

I put on a little makeup but not much. I dont want to look like a whore. A little foundation, some light eyeliner, and enough mascara to make my blue eyes pop.

I put my clothes on and grab my bag rushing out onto the hallway accidentally bumping into my father.

I'm shaken but look down immediately,  "I'm sorry sir I'm so sorry."

"Look where you're going next time bitch!" I felt a tear slip down as I knew what would be coming. I braced myself just as his fist connected with my cheek. I whimper falling to my knees. I know this is egging him on but I know it's bleeding.

"But Dad I'm sorry I didnt mean to I thought you were already in your room." I sob as I put my face in my hands.

"I am not your father whore! Ever since your mother left you haven't been my daughter!" He punches my face a few more times obviously giving me a black eye before kicking my sides.

*snap* I can feel a few of my ribs break as I squeal in pain.

After a brutal beating he finally stops.

"Never ever call me Dad again you bitch..." he spits in my face before walking back to his room.

I dont know what to do. I feel so numb. It's like everything is falling apart. Why did you leave me mom? Why with him? What did I ever do?

As I lay there with my side screaming in pain and my eye throbbing I hear wolves howling outside. Mournfully this time. Like one of their pack just died.

"I hope everything's ok with those wolves..." I struggle to get up but slowly manage. Stumbling out the front door to school. First day and I look homeless... Great.
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