In a small town on the outskirts of a big city lived a family. Amanda, a 17 year old girl currently in her senior high school lived in a mini bungalow with flowers adorning the sides. A huge gate that separated the house from the street stood gallantly at the entrance. Amanda was a nerd, the kind of girl who seemed to know it all. She was one of the brightest students in her school and the best, topping the charts in her class. Most weren't by Amanda's brilliance simply because her mother, Corinne was a renowned archeologist who worked for the New York archeological center. Amanda was not only a nerd but also a drop dead gorgeous girl. Her long jet black hair was usually packed in a loose ponytail, her cat-like eyes seemed to glimmer whenever she was excited about something which was usually a science project and her long lashes fanned her eyes. Amanda was the perfect definition of beauty and brains. She was currently working on a school homework to be submitted the following day whe

The next day proved to be almost the same except that Ian and his friends seemed to avoid Amanda while Parker seemed to be more mean to her. Everywhere Amanda went, it seemed as if he was trailing her, a steady reminder that he could pounce on her at anytime. "I heard he's 18 years." Emily said over their lunch break.The girls were sitting on a table, quite far away from the other students. Nobody wanted to associate with them. In fact, they avoided them like the plague. "18? Wow, that's a bit old. Not so old though compared to our seniors back then." Leslie said. "What about his family? Or is he alone?" Amanda asked.For some days now, she had been thinking about him. She hated to admit it but she felt this strong pull towards him like there was an invisible cord drawing them closer. "According to my sources... Don't ask me who they are." Emily chuckled."His parents just relocated to New York City because of his father's business which crumbled in London. His father had anothe

In school the next day, Amanda went straight to Mr Jefferson's office to explain why she couldn't work with her partner. Upon getting to his office, she knocked lightly, waiting for the go ahead to come in."Amanda. Yes, what can I do for you?" he asked.He was a tall lean man with a head full of hair. His glasses was perched on his nose as he peered down on the paper he was holding. When he spoke, it was with a thick foreign accent that she couldn't quite place. "Sir, I've come to inform you that I wouldn't be working with my partner anymore." She said."I see. If I may ask, why is this so".Amanda proceeded to explain all that had happened. If there was one teacher whom she could say that didn't tolerate laziness of any kind, it was Mr Jefferson."Alright, that's fine. I hope you have yours ready?" He asked."Yes sir"."Great, you'll submit together with others when I have your class later today." he said."Thank you." Amanda said before taking her leave.She heaved a huge sigh of r

The following day in school, Amanda gave her friends the rundown of everything she discovered. They were quite surprised on hearing this news and couldn't quite believe that Parker's father was a victim of the Ponzi scheme."Now, I know why he's here. They needed a fresh start, away from all the things that reminded them of their problems." Emily said.The girls were currently in the cafeteria, munching on their food. It was another dull day ar school as not much activity was held due to the term slowly coming to an end. Most of their projects and assignments were already submitted and they were counting down to the day for the exam."Ian and his friends are organizing a party this weekend." Emily said."Nice of them to do that but I ain't going." Leslie said."Same here. I can't present myself to be bullied anymore, I'm tired of it." Amanda said."True though. If you girls aren't going, I'm not going either. Friends stick together. But seriously, Amanda, you really need to report this

Amanda's mother came back late one night under a heavy downpour. As she stepped into the lobby, the rain got heavier drenching everything in its path. Not minding that she was wet, Amanda ran towards her mother, giving her a big hug."Mom!" She screamed."Hi baby, I've missed you." her mother said."Me too, even more." Amanda said.They made their way to the living room, Amanda was so glad her mother was here. "You know what darling, let me run upstairs then get out of my wet clothes then we'll talk. Is that okay?" her mother said."Sure Mom. And don't you worry, dinner is on me. Let me fix up something quickly." Amanda said making her way to the kitchen."Thanks honey." her mother said.Amanda was a good cook and she had no troubles preparing a delicious pot of spaghetti. Within thirty minutes, the food was ready just as her mother came downstairs."Something smells delicious." her mother hummed."Spaghetti mom, your favorite. Shall I serve?" Amanda smiled."Absolutely! Lord knows I'