Mother could be so annoying to talk to!

The last thing I wanted was more people to talk to. It was a bit strange... when I had been alone, doing solitary things like reading or playing games, I had wanted nothing more than for someone to understand me, to care about me. But now that everyone was throwing themselves at me, all I wanted was time to myself!

Nonetheless, it made sense. All those people were fake. In fact, now that I was ultra rich, everyone would be fake. Now more than ever, I was guaranteed not to find anyone who truly cared for me. No wonder I was hearing weird laughter. It was enough to drive anyone insane!

When my phone stopped working, I was more than a little relieved. I really didn't care whatever odd behavior the weather was exhibiting; it was working to my advantage. Since no one else seemed to notice it, it was probably fairly normal around here. I had bigger things to worry about.

Wordlessly, I returned to my room, locking the door behind me. The only form of entertainment I had brought with me was my laptop, and its internet connection was likely no more functional than my phone. I sat crossed legged on the floor, staring at my reflection. The necklace really was pretty. Soon, I would have to go out and buy some things to occupy myself as well as more jewelry to go with the necklace. As I considered what I might buy, I realized that I was grinning - a real smile! Perhaps I would sneak out. Pathetic though it was to have to silently scurry out of my own home, I knew I would never be allowed to go anywhere alone otherwise. I would probably be safe; no one would expect me to do something like that.

Even if it was a risk... if something was making me happy, I had to pursue it, regardless of anything else. There was no point in being rich if I was miserable all the time!