I couldn't believe what was happening. The man I envied the most, my biggest idol; was looking right at me. Making eye contact. I knew he was looking directly this way. Then, as he continued singing the lyrics of one of his newer songs, he walked down the stage, and held out his hand to me.
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Let me start from the beginning. My name is Eren Jaeger, and I am 19 years old. I graduated highschool a year back, and I am now going to Maria University. It's not the richest college, but at least I made it in. My best friend is Armin Arlert. He was originally supposed to go to Sina University, which is a college for practically geniuses, but he decided to go to Maria. I have no idea why he would turn down such a great opportunity, but that's his business.
He and I are really close to my adoptive sister, Mikasa Ackerman. She is pretty smart too, but not Armin level. She decided not to attend college, and she just recently got a job as a martial arts assistant. Using the money that Mikasa earns and the load of money our parents left us, Mikasa and I own a small apartment next to our favorite little café, "Colossal Coffee". The apartment is pretty decent. Clean, too. It may not be the best, but it's home.
My mom died a few years back in a freak car accident. I was in the car with her, and we were on our way to the store. When we crashed, it was almost an hour before Officer Hannes found me and carried me to the hospital. I had survived with only minor injuries, and my mom had taken the worse of the damage by shielding me, costing her life.
My father had left us long ago, when I was five years old. Sometimes, he sends us gifts for special occasions, but that could never make up for what he did. He never comes to visit us, not even when mom died. Not that I want him to. I absolutely hate him.
I guess I could go on and on about my life story, but that's pretty boring, so we'll just go back to the present moment.
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"Eren, you need to get a job. It's unhealthy for you to just loaf around the house all day." Mikasa complained, when she saw me just minding my own business on the couch, watching Adventure Time.
She just walked in the door and she's lecturing me already? Damn. "And are you seriously still watching that stupid show? Really?" she facepalmed.
"Hey! It's a good show! It's better than watching 'Dr. Phil' and 'Maury'." I mentioned, referring to her favorites.
"Eren. Please go look for a job. I won't be able to keep paying everything for myself. I want to give you everything, but I just can't do that on my own."
I sighed. Walking up to her, I rested my hands on her shoulders. "I know, Mikasa. And I appreciate it. I'll go see if someone is hiring."
Slipping on a black pair of converse, my jacket, and a scarf, I walked out the door. The cold breeze hit me instantly. It was late fall, and the weather kept getting colder and colder, everyday.
I decided to stop by Colossal Coffee to get myself an iced caramel macchiato. As I was just about to open the door and walk in, I noticed the sign on the right window, stating, "Workers Needed". Perfect! This is my chance to have a job! Stepping in, I was greeted by the owner, Petra.
"Good Afternoon, Eren! Come for the usual?"
I smiled warmly at her, walking to the counter. "Sure did, Petra!"
She hummed quietly as she made the coffee. She was a nice person. I haven't see many store owners that actually 'works' like she does. She has some helpers, who I sometimes see, but she mostly likes to be the one to greet the customers. When she finished, She topped it with whipped cream and handed it to me. I gave her the money and sat down at the nearest table. She came over and sat across from me.
"So how have you been these days? Got yourself a girlfriend yet?" She twirled a finger at me.
I sighed. "No, Petra, I haven't. And it's none of your business whether I do or don't!" I laughed jokingly. "Anyway, I also came in to ask if you still need some help; I saw the sign."
"I do. Are you looking for a job? If you are, you can work here. I already know you are pretty skilled with making food." she replied, a little too fast.
"Wow, thanks, Petra! When can I start?"
"How about Friday, at 8:00 in the morning? I'll have one of my employees show you how things go."
"Will do! I have to go now, but I'll see you Friday!" I said, hopping up with my drink and moving towards the door.
She smiled and waved. "Bye-Bye now!"
Hell yes! Not only do I now have a job, but it's also at my favorite place! I guess things are going pretty well for me, after all!
