Children of Light Series 1: Being Davante by Michelle St. Claire

Author:Michelle St. Claire [CLAIRE, MICHELLE ST.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Literature & Fiction, United States, African American, Urban, Teen & Young Adult, Two Hours or More (65-100 Pages), Genre Fiction
Amazon: B00SE8M7MY
Publisher: Michelle St. Claire
Published: 2015-01-17T05:00:00+00:00

Seven

“Davante, you were supposed to meet with Mr. Parkman last week. In fact, you haven't met with him at all since the GSP was assigned!”

Mrs. Beauchmont looked at Davante disapprovingly. She uncrossed her arms and stood up. Mrs. Beauchmont walked to the window sill and looked out.

Without turning to face Davante, she said, “This is not good. It's too late to pair you with a mentor now.”

“Mrs. Beachmont, I can make it up. I really don't need a mentor,” said Davante.

“Oh, yes you do. The GSP guidelines require it. Its the only way we can ensure that your work is original,” replied Mrs. Beachmont.

Davante did not know what else to say. He could not fail. He had to graduate. He suddenly regretted his neglectfulness.

“Okay, this is what we're going to do,” said Mrs. Beauchmont, “you will report to me. Every Friday after school, report here.”

Davante's heart sank. Mrs. Beauchmont was just too strange. All of his friends would make fun of him if they found out that his GSP mentor was the school witch.

'Um, okay,” Davante muttered.

“Good. That settles it. Now, since you are here, where are you on the project?” Mrs. Beauchmont asked.

“Well, I have an idea,” said Davante.

“Yes?” said Mrs. Beauchmont.

“My idea is to create a collage on a big canvas or a wall,” said Davante.

Mrs. Beauchmont frowned.

“You mean graffiti?” she asked.

“Oh, no. I'm using oil paints. So, I guess it has to be a canvas,” said Davante.

“Okay, well what does the collage consist of?” asked Mrs. Beauchmont.

“I-I don't know yet,” said Davante.

Mrs. Beauchmont leaned back in her chair with a loud sigh. Davante noticed pictures lining the bookshelf behind her head.

“Who are they?” he asked, pointing to the picture frames.

“Oh, those are my children and grandchildren,” replied Mrs. Beauchmont.

Davante was surprised to learn that she had children. Mrs. Beauchmont did not resemble a typical mother or grandmother. She was always put together and never looked hurried or frumpy. Davante noticed that even her shoes were pristine without a scuff or mark on them.

“Davante, this is what we're going to do. Now, every employee at a job has to prioritize his work. He has to put things in order and address each part until the task is completed. Do you understand that?” asked Mrs. Beauchmont.

“Yes,” said Davante.

“So, what we'll do is break up your project in pieces and work on each piece,” said Mrs. Beauchmont.

Davante nodded his head in agreement.

“Now, since you have yet to start, let's see your outline. Do you have an outline of what you think you will paint?” asked Mrs. Beauchmont.

“Oh, yeah. I have it in my sketchbook. But it's at home,” responded Davante.

“Fine. Bring your sketchbook next Friday and we'll review it,” replied Mrs. Beauchmont.

Davante began to feel tension rising in his stomach.

“Um, Mrs. Beauchmont?” he said.

“Yes?” replied Mrs. Beauchmont.

“I never show my sketchbook to anyone. Its really personal,” said Davante.

“Mrs. Beauchmont smiled. Her eyes twinkled with delight.

“Well, I guess I'm your new best friend,” she said.

Davante nodded his head reluctantly. He did not have a good feeling about this arrangement.

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