When I went to the airport, my friends and family came to see my mom, Ghita and I. My friends, Amore and Valentina came to see me off. Valentina told me "You know I have a feeling living in Paris is a good thing". Why would it be a good thing? I asked. "Well since you aren't used to guys, you might find an attractive one". Amore replied. Whatever I won't fall in love. I don't want to get hurt and left alone. I replied. It's a feeling. When you fall in love. Give juicy us details. Amore replied. Shut up. I replied. Soon as I walked to the door my Nonna whispered in my ear something Italian. She said, “You will fall in love. You will meet a young man who will ruff around the edges but you will change him" What are you talking about Nonna? I asked. Have a nice flight. Nonna replied. When the intercom called for Paris flight.

When we were walking down the hallway onto the airplane. We sat in at our assigned seats on the plane. As soon as we sat down, I thought about what my Nonna said. Well we are going back to Paris, are you happy? Ghita asked. Mom, you know I have a bad history in Paris. I replied. I know you were ridiculed because of your father. Ghita replied. Yeah, my dad is a dog in my eyes for the way you treated you. I replied. You know you can't change a person. Ghita replied. Your grandmother once told me, "Your father was a dog and he was no good for me". Well, you can't change history either. Ghita replied. Well, I wouldn't be here if you never met my dad. I replied. Well, Gaby let's relax until we get to reach Charles de Gaulle Airport. When I looked out the plane window, I saw the beautiful scenery of Italy from way up high. As I turned to the other side my mom was sleeping. I might fall in love and it could the right guy. I thought.

It's been one hour and fifteen minutes since we have been on our flight. Passengers we are selling snacks. Flight attendants said. I asked for water. Twenty-five minutes later the captain told us we are at the airport. Mom, we are at the airport. I said. We are, let's get off? Ghita replied. Don't startle me like that Gaby. Ghita replied. Hey, mom are we calling a cab or something? I asked. No, an old friend of mine is going to pick us up. Ghita replied. When went to the airport, we got our luggage. A young man who looked a lot like a girl came and hugged my mom. Hey Jaimie, how have you been? Ghita asked. Been awhile, I see Gaby has grown up a lot. Jaimie replied. Mom, who is this guy? He is actually the guy who delivered you. Ghita replied. Are you a doctor? You don't look that old. I replied. You see I am actually three years older than my mom. Jaimie replied. You look like you are a high school student. I replied. No, you see, I made an excuse so I could pick you two up today. Jaime replied. I have never looked my age by the way. Jaimie replied. Come on and head to the car. Jaimie replied.

When our luggage was put in the car, my mom and I got in the car. Your stuff and your car at your house. Jaimie replied. Thank you for checking. Ghita replied. Wait does that guy Jaimie does he have feelings for my mom? I thought. Hey Gaby, you know you were born and raised in Paris. Jaimie replied. Please don't remind of that. I replied. You know coming back here is the best ever. Ghita replied. No more of your Nonna getting in my damn business. Ghita replied. To be honest, I don't even want to be bothered with your dad to be honest. Ghita replied. As my mom and Jaimie were talking, Valentina texted me "Hey r u n France yet?" "Yes, and I met the guy who delivered me." I texted back. Is he hot as hell? Valentina texted. "He looks like a high school student." I texted. "Seriously? How old is he?" Valentina asked. "He is three years older than my mom" I texted. Are you texting your friends? Ghita asked.Valentina was wondering if I got here safely. I replied. That is so much like her, she is really protective of you, Gaby. Ghita replied. It is kind of like Jaimie here. Ghita replied. You two are old friends? I asked. We are actually childhood friends. Jaimie replied. Well, Jaimie lived in the same house as your Aunt Belle, Caroline, and Inez. Ghita replied. Yeah, my parents gave me up as a child. Jaimie replied. Nonna adopted you, Jaimie? I asked. Yes, she did. Even though I am French, Italian and Venezuelan. Jaimie replied. Didn't you meet your mom once? Ghita asked. Yeah, she's Venezuelan. Jaimie replied. I heard she is really pretty. Ghita replied. Here's a picture of my mom. Wow, she is really pretty. You have her eyes and hair color too. Ghita replied. She lives in France because she loves the city. Jaimie replied. Do you always go see her? Ghita asked. I always come to see her when I get off or the days I have off. Jaimie replied. I think that is really sweet you see your mom as often as you can. I replied. A few hours later, we were in the city. I saw the Eiffel Tower from the distance. How do you like seeing the Eiffel Tower from the distance? Jaimie asked. It's been years since I have seen the Eiffel Tower. Ghita replied. In at least thirty minutes from now, we will be at your new house. Jaimie replied. We are living in Paris, France "City of Love". Ghita replied. Isn't it ironic mom, you fell in love here and got your heart broken here. I replied. You might fall in love here who knows. Ghita replied. Yeah "might" will be the key term. I replied. You are right "might" is the keyword. Ghita replied.

Thirty minutes later, we were at our new house. This house is bigger and roomier than our house in Venice. Ghita replied. You might be right mom but I need to take a walk. I replied. When I went back outside, I took a walked. When I took a turn around I bumped into someone. Little did I know something bad was going to become of this encounter. I am so sorry are you ok? I ask. You little. Destin replied. That girl knocked Prince Destin down. A random girl said. What I told you I was sorry. I replied. You are a cursed girl. A girl is full of calamity. You are an "Unfortunate Girl". My mom walked over to see what the commotion was all about. Who are they calling "Unfortunate Girl"? Oh, I see you met Prince Destin. Ghita replied. Do you know that guy? I asked. Maybe. Ghita replied. Who is this "Unfortunate Girl" they are speaking of? I feel so sorry for them. Ghita replied. The "Unfortunate Girl" is my mom. I replied. Come on let's get back to the house. Ghita replied. Prince Destin got into the car. Nicole, who is that girl? Destin asked. I have no clue, young master. Nicole replied. Maybe she might know. Destin replied. Mom, I came back and now I have a horrible nickname at that. I replied. Can I go and crawl up in a corner and die now? I asked. Sweetheart isn't that bad now. Think positively, maybe that nickname might go away. Ghita replied. I don't believe that. I replied. While Destin went home to the study, he was feeling really bad about what he said to me. He started asking people who are I? Charlotte is in the corner of his desk. I see you lashed out on another person again. Charlotte replied. What do you want Charlotte? Destin asked. Well Prince Charming, your little fan club lashed out on that poor girl. She is now labeled as the "Unfortunate Girl". Charlotte replied. Seriously, I didn't even know that she was ridiculed because of that bump into her. Destin replied. You could apologize to her or ignore the situation as usual. Charlotte replied. Lady Charlotte, may I ask you a question? Nicole asked. What do you want to ask me, Nicole? Charlotte asked. Can you tell me that girl's name if you see her again? Nicole asked. Sure, she looks like she is a high school student like me. Charlotte replied. She might attend my school if her grades are high enough. Charlotte replied. What are you thinking, Nicole? Charlotte asked. I'll persuade him to write a letter to that girl soon as you girl her the name. Nicole replied. What a sneaky woman you are. Charlotte replied.

When I got back home, the neighbors were calling me "Unfortunate Girl" too. Gaby ignores what those people say about you. Ghita replied. Mom, that is kind of hard to do if the nickname is really hurtful. I replied. Well, at least you are not an ugly "Unfortunate Girl". Ghita replied. Mom if that was supposed to comfort me? I asked. I'm trying in some little way to make you feel better. Ghita replied. I am going to sleep, mom. I replied. We will eat dinner I started earlier. Ghita replied. What did you make mom? I asked. Well, I am making Beef Bourguignonne. Ghita replied. Mom, you are making that? I asked. Yes, I am. Ghita replied. Are you making this because you like that dish? I asked. Maybe I do. Ghita replied. You know mom it is ok if you make it. I replied. I know to make that reminds of when your dad was around. Ghita replied. Mom, I really don't care about him. I replied. I know but what will happen if you run into somewhere? Ghita asked. You are right mom. I replied. What would I say to that bastard? I asked myself. Mom, does my dad still live here in France? I asked. Yes, he does. Ghita replied. I have no intention of dealing with that man, either. Ghita replied. Well, the food is done. Ghita said. Mom, it smells really good. I replied. That is why you are going to be a taste tester. Ghita said with a smile. Mom, did the movers put everything in our rooms? I asked. Yes but for some reason, the mover guy would keep hitting on me. Ghita replied. Mom, you always attract guys but you never realized it. I replied. I know I am a single mom but I have no intentions of dating guys anytime soon. Ghita replied. Hey, wait why am I your guinea pig? I asked. I only have you around to try the food. Ghita replied. As soon as I ate that food. I tried to keep the fact that my life was ruined by that snobby guy.

After I finished eating, my mom started to "try to comfort me". Well, I see you met the young prince. Ghita replied. You know your timing really amazes me, mom. I said as she gave her blank stare. I mean at least you're well known now. Ghita replied. Mom, you are not comforting me in the slightest. I replied. Prince Destin let me help you out. Abrielle asked. Thank you, Abrielle. Destin replied. Destin walked to a car and got in. I want to know her name. Destin asked. I don't know her name. Abrielle replied. Now I am called the "Unfortunate Girl" now. I said. Well, at least you are known for something right? Ghita replied. Mom, you're not helping. I replied. As soon as Ghita and I walked back to their new house a letter was on the step.

Soon as my mom saw the letter, she tried to open the letter but I got it first. What does it say? Ghita asked It is a letter from Prince Destin. Uh, sweetheart, I think that prince is really sorry for his actions. Ghita replied. Can we forget about him? I asked. As the two were eating dinner, Ghita said. "Wow, he really went this far?" Why me? I start school tomorrow too. I replied. What did he say, mom? I asked. He wants you to accept his apology and for you to come to his house so he can formally apologize to you. Ghita replied. Uh what else can go wrong? I asked. Well, I am off to bed. As I went to sleep, she was wondering what he was going to say. The next morning, I walked to school, I was given evil looks from the girls. Aren't you the girl who pushed down Prince Destin? Kyara asked. It was an accident. I replied. Oh well, you are still the "Unfortunate Girl". Awa replied. I don't need to be treated like this. I replied. I walked on to school with anxiety. I was glared at by the majority of the female student body. Hi, you must the new girl who knocked into Destin? Charlotte asked. Not you too. I replied. Let me guess you got a letter right? Charlotte asked. Yes, how do you know about it? I asked. Meet me after school and I will explain everything. Charlotte replied.

When I entered the classroom, she was given mean looks. Even as she was introduced herself. "Hi everyone, my name is Gabriella Pereira it is nice to meet you." You hurt Prince Destin. Ava replied. You are just jealous that you never met Prince Destin. Charlotte replied. As if you have ever met him. Ava replied. Yes, I am a low life who never met him, right? Charlotte replied sarcastically. Ava and Charlotte stop quarreling. Mrs. Etoile* said. Yes, ma'am. Ava and Charlotte replied. As the school day ended, she introduces herself. She also told me everything. My name is Charlotte Baudin, nice to meet you. Charlotte replied. I was applauded at how she was telling me the whole situation.  I thought. That damn idiot. Charlotte replied. You are talking really harshly about him. I replied. Yeah, he is the type of guy who is blunt, ditzy and shy. Charlotte replied. Wow, he sounds adorable. I replied. The prince is my older brother. Charlotte replied. No wonder you are freely talked harshly about him. I replied. Yes, you are right, he lashes out others and never apologizes for his actions. For some reason, he apologized to you? Charlotte asked. I don't know what you did to him, Gaby. Charlotte replied. How about we meet at your house maybe. Charlotte replied. Alright. I replied. Stay Tuned.

*Charlotte's name comes from the French dessert.

*Baudin- It derives from the word Baldo which means "bold, brave" Don't confuse Charlotte's last name with sausage.

Etoile means star in French.

On the way home, I ran into her mom. Hey mom, did you go to an interview or something? I asked. Yes, and I got the job! Ghita replied. That is great, what is the job? I asked. I am working in my field. Ghita replied. Aren't you a historian mom? I asked. Yes, I am, how was your first day at school? Ghita asked. I was harassed about the whole incident that happened a few days again. I replied. Did you make any friends? Ghita asked. I met a girl named Charlotte Baudin. She said that she would take me to see that prince. I replied. Well, it sounds like that Prince Destin is shy and bashful. Ghita replied. Why do you say that? I asked. Let's just say I know what I am talking about. Ghita replied. My mom opened the door and I ran into Charlotte. Hey Charlotte. I replied. Let me get ready to see Destin? Charlotte asked. Well, let me get dressed. I replied. I will wait in the living room. Charlotte replied. It's been awhile, Charles. Ghita replied. Wait, Arietta? Charlotte replied. Is Adriano here with you? Charlotte asked. No, he is not, it's just me and Gaby. Ghita replied. I ran downstairs. I am ready. I replied. Let's go so you can meet him. Charlotte replied.

I have finally gotten dressed and ready to meet Destin. Charlotte waved goodbye. Bye Arietta. Charlotte replied. Ghita closed the door. So he still lives here? I hope he doesn't want her forgiveness. Ghita mumbled. When Charlotte walked outside a car was waiting for them. Lady Charlotte, did you bring the young lady that the young lord asked for? Abrielle replied. Yes , Abrielle this is the girl, Gabriella Pereira. Charlotte replies. She looks like the spitting image of Arietta. Abrielle replied. I hope he knows. Nicole mumbled. Ma'am is something wrong? I asked. No, it's just that look like an old friend I met a long time ago. Abrielle replied. Fifteen minutes passed and we are at the mansion. Wow, this place is big and beautiful. Gabriella replied. Hey Destin( where are you! I brought Gaby as you asked me! Charlotte yelled. You don't have to be loud and unladylike. Destin replied. I don't want to hear that from the person with no common decency! Charlotte yelled. Can you please not yell, I think you woke someone up. Gabriella replied. Young lady, this isn't abnormal at all. Victoire replied. But they woke you up, ma'am. I replied. You might be right but that shows how much they love each other. Victoire replied. But ma'am out of curiosity, does he really want to apologize? I asked. Yes, and he also has another reason but he won't tell me his own mother. Victoire replied. You two need to act your age. Victoire replied. Yes, mom. Destin replied. Alright. Charlotte replied. Wait she called you by your first name? I asked. She is my stepdaughter. Victoire replied. Hey, apologize as you requested. Charlotte replied. I am really sorry for lashing out at you. Destin replied. His facial expression compelled me to forgive him. I forgive you, Destin. I replied with a smile. Destin blushed.

Stay Tuned.