“Well, Victoria” she turned around with a terrible scowl plastered on her face. “It is also proper etiquette for a young lady not to be forward and pushy with someone who would rather be left alone!” The statement left Victoria in silence which apparently bothered the girl more than anything because she stomped over to the door, and moved to exit. Just before the door closed behind her, she turned around “and it’s Alice!” The door slammed before Victoria could speak anything more. She stared for a few moments and then rolled her eyes as she turned to her trunk. “Well, Alice, I guess you will take this bed no matter what.” She lifted the trunk, placed it on the opposite bed, and began unpacking.
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She had survived four weeks at the school and couldn’t complain about anything more than her impossible roommate. Every time they were both in the same room nothing was said, at least nothing cordial. If Victoria had the choice, she would have attempted to move to another room but all the rooms were occupied for the term; and because Alice was such a well-known reputation, Victoria would never be able to find someone to switch rooms with. She was trapped, a prisoner in her own school; However, she was a respected prisoner. Although none of the girls envied her, many respected her for her courage.
One day at noontime, Victoria was deep in thought. No one knew why she was so still and silent but out of respect they opted to leave her in peace. Victoria woke from her daydreaming and realized that the room was completely empty of everyone but herself and one other girl whom she had neither met nor seen. The girl has her arms loaded with dishes. After quick examination, Victoria realized that the girl was wearing a black dress with a white cap and apron. The attire was suited for a servant girl but it seemed impractical because the she looked like she could be Victoria’s age. “Hello, do you attend school here?”
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