1. Fresh Start

BREAKING NEWS!!!

XX BANK WAS ROBBED LAST NIGHT! THE POLICE WAS NOT ABLE TO CATCH THE CULPRIT BUT ACCORDING TO THE VICTIMS INVOLVED IN THE ROBBERY, THE THIEF WAS CLAIMED TO BE THE WORLD'S MOST WANTED, TOP-NOTCH THIEF, 'SHADOW.' THE POLICE IS STILL INVESTIGATING...

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It was a bright, sunny day. A girl was walking along the road, holding a small bag with her. The breeze made her hair flow elegantly. There was a bright smile on her face. She looked like an angel coming from heaven.

She had black, beautiful eyes and shining black hair. She said to herself "Cheer up, Mia. You have to reach and fulfill your goal. Your new college life starts now. Hope this one goes well." She sighed and started walking again.

After a few minutes, she stopped. She was now standing in front of a huge entrance gate. She opened the door and walked towards the campus. The campus was big with a beautiful fountain in the middle. There were many students there. At the end, there was a huge building. At the top of it, there was a name written with Big letters - Downhill University.

She went inside the building. It was a top college. It was very hard to get admission there, even for the rich kids. Only the smart and intelligent were eligible to go there. It was famous in the whole world and top 1 college in North America. Most of the students were famous. They could be called 'young scientists'.

"Hmm. It is better than I expected. No wonder, people die to get here." She said and walked towards her class. "I shouldn't be nervous."

After entering the class she quietly walked towards the middle of the class and introduced herself. "Hello everyone. I'm Mia Smith. Nice to meet you all" Everyone was silent and was staring at her. 'Why they look like they have seen a ghost or something' she thought.

"She's really pretty," someone said.

"Yeah I agree."

"I hope she is not one of those b*tches". "Yeah, hope so. "

The students started gossiping about her.

The teacher told Mia to take her seat and she quickly obeyed.

"So, where are you from? " someone said from behind. She had short blue hair and looked very young compared to Mia.

"I'm from California", Mia replied.

"Oh, by the way I'm Jasmine Davis from Los Angeles. I'm 18 years old. " The girl introduced herself with a friendly smile.

"What? You're so young. I'm 20 " said Mia though it was not surprising for her cause the university was famous for students with sharp brains despite their age or place.

"Yeah. Here age doesn't matter, what matters is your capability. That's why I got promoted directly to this class. Hehe 😅" Jasmine said nervously.

"Hmm... So it's true that only the one who is qualified and competent can only enter here" replied Mia while nodding her head.

"Ok students, let's start our class now," said the professor grabbing everyone's attention. Soon the class started.

-Time Skip-

It was lunchtime and everyone was in the canteen. Mia took her food and went towards a corner seat to have her lunch since she barely likes to socialize with anyone.

"Can I sit here?" Suddenly a girl asked with a bright smile. She had pink hair and bright pink eyes. Even she looked so young and almost like a little child.

'Am I the only one who is old here?' Mia thought to herself.

She sighed and agreed to let her sit near her. The girl smiled heartily and quickly took her place.

"Hi, I'm Sofia Dwell." The girl said.

"Hi, I am Mia Smith" Mia replied.

Soon Jasmine also joined both of them. They three talked and soon became friends. Mia was an introvert but she was really interested in both of them. Jasmine was gentle and humble and understanding while Sofia was cheerful and a little childish.

They spent their lunchtime mostly chit-chatting and getting to know each other. Soon the time was over. "Ok then, it's almost time, let's go back to our classes" said Jasmine. "Yeah" agreed Mia and they all went to their respective classes.

As Mia was walking, she bumped with someone. "Ahh!! It hurts", she complained while trying to get up from the floor. "Are you okay? " The man standing in front of her asked. He was tall and handsome. He had shining light brown hair. He almost looked like a Prince.

He reached out his hand to her and helped her to get up. "Be careful while walking " he said and left without taking a glance at her. Mia was mesmerized by him. "Are you ok Mia? " asked Sofia who was running towards her. "Yeah, I'm fine. My foot just hurt a little but it's not that painful." Mia said while caressing her foot.

"Wow Mia, you're lucky. He just talked to you right now " said Jasmine excitedly.

"Who was he? " asked Mia.

"Don't you know? He is Ryan Williams, the son of the Chief General, Sebastian Williams. His father is a top-class soldier and he is his only son. His father is even in charge of securing the world's most precious gem, the Red Diamond."

"It sounds too cool right? " said Sofia. "Red Diamond? The one which is the most expensive diamond in the world? Many rich politicians and businessmen have their eyes on it " replied Mia. "Yeah. But let's forget about it. It has nothing to do with us" said Jasmine in a scoffing tone. She grabbed Mia's hand and dragged her to their class.

-Time Skip-

It was dismissal time. Everyone packed their bags and hurried to their home. Mia was left alone since her house was a bit far and there was no one who could accompany her. But she was used to this loneliness because she barely made any friends.

On her way, she was thinking about the conversation she had with Sofia.

"The Red Diamond, the most precious diamond which is desired by everyone. What if it gets stolen?..."

(Mia Smith)

(Jasmine Davis)

(Sofia Dwell)

(Ryan Williams)

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