*The secret diary of Allison Brown*

Usual-unusual Routine

Allison's POV
Today is the first day of school. Well , at least for me! When I was in France I used to go for a run on weekends since the other days I had to wake up at 6 in the morning, though I think I have enough time to run for a bit... I mean it's only 6.30 and I used to get up an hour later. Let's do this!

As I run out of the front door, paying attention not to wake anyone up, I spot someone exiting the neighbours' house. Is it Edith? No, it looks like a man... Maybe Matthew... Or maybe Edith forgot to tell me she has a boyfriend... I definitely need to investigate. But not now, 'cause right now I'm going for a run. Keep running. Keep breathing. Keep going. Keep focusing. Keep- "Ouch!" I yell taking some steps back as I hit someone.

"I'm sorry - What are you doing here, Ally?" I look at the boy who's standing inches from my face because of his arms wrapped around my waist "Matt! I... Uhm... I was running. What about you?" I explain. Then, before his answer I look down at his arms and back to his face "Oh, sorry" he apologizes "Actually I was doing the same... I think running is the best way to begin the day, especially when it's Monday!" he laughs "Totally agree!" "Shall we continue?" he asks and I happily nod.

*Skip after the run*
"Finally... At... Home" I say panting "Yeah..." Matthew says catching his breath as well "I see you kept fit while in France" he states "I can clearly say the same to you" I respond. Then our eyes meet for a brief second and we both smile "I... Uhm... Should have a shower and get ready for school" I suggest pointing my house with my thumb "See you- oh, does your brother drive you to school or do you want me to-" "No, I'm fine with the transport, thank you fotlr the offer! See you later!" I smile to him "ok, see you, Ally!"

Aaaaah it's been a while since I last had a run! And actually it's been a while since I have talked to Matt like that... I think it was pretty embarrassing our meet... "You're up early this morning!" shouts my brother who's eating his breakfast "Yep! And you are too! Is there any reason?!" I ask him giving him a curious  look "No, I have no special reason. Ah, and Ally..." he begins "What?" "You definitely need a shower!" he says laughing and earning a slap on the back of his head "Really funny, thank you!" "You have exactly" he starts talking again as he checks his clock "25 minutes to get ready and eat your breakfast. So, hurry up!" he states while I stand on the first step of the staircase quite shock "What?! I want payback" I shout rushing up the stairs.

Luckily I'm used to getting ready in really short time thanks to my French sister who warned me about things few minutes before their beginning! Therefore in less than no time I was standing in the front door wearing my uniform and checking my "make up" (aka rimmel). "You know that this year is your year..." Isaac tells me approaching me and adjusting his jacket "Sure sure... This year I must  get the license!".

**Skip to school**

"Hey Ally! Good morning!!" welcomes me Lydia with a closed-eyes smile "Hey Lydia, Sarah. Good morning to you too!" I say waving to the two girls "So, how do you think will be today?" Sarah asks me "Uhm, well... I had a run this morning and now I'm ready to face any teacher... Hopefully!" we laugh as we head toward the headmaster room.

"Good morning..." I say entering. "Oh welcome back Ms Brown! Are you here to get your plan?" the headmaster asks me "Yes, sir" I answer. And that's the beginning.