Chapter 253: Campbell
Margaret Campbell awoke to the sound of her alarm clock. It was early, Friday morning, too early for any teenager to be awake at.
With a long, drawn-out yawn, she stretched her arms above her head and rolled out of bed.
It was almost the weekend, and tomorrow—her birthday—she would finally turn eighteen. But Friday mornings were always the toughest, and she couldn't help but wish that today was Saturday instead.
If only she could skip school and dive right into celebrations and relaxation.
With a sigh, she trudged her way to the bathroom, where she splashed cold water on her face to help wake her up. She turned on the faucet and brushed her teeth, ready to get the day over with.
Her eighteenth birthday was just hours away, and she had already set aside a combination of wishes and hopes for what she wanted.
Yet for now, she had to deal with the mundane reality of high school.
After finishing her morning routine, she glanced in the mirror and couldn't help but smile at her reflection.
Most admired her long, straight brunette hair. She had always loved her hair, taking great care to maintain it. With a comb in hand, she began the time-honored ritual of brushing it—exactly one thousand strokes.
Once she was satisfied, she picked out her outfit for the day.
She slid into her favorite white blouse—simple yet elegant—and paired it with a pretty floral skirt. She completed the look with a pair of comfortable yet stylish sneakers.