Those College Days

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Tenbrook college was a small mid-western collage based in the city of Tenbrook. Though small it was a decent school. Most who graduated went on to good jobs. the campus, while not the most advanced, did have most of the activities and amenities that one would expect. One of the things that set the school apart from other colleges was that they would emit special cases. That is those that didn't fit into a normal college.

That's how Cindy B. Gardener found herself sitting in the deans office between her parents. She was only eleven years old, but she was a child prodigy. She had flown through school with ease and now was ready for a more challenging curriculum. She had shoulder length blond, slightly curly hair and green eyes. She was still a bit small for her age, as she had not yet hit her growth spurt. Though she looked even younger in the little yellow dress she was dressed in. It looked like it was made for a small girl of around five.

Cindy didn't look happy as her parents talked to the dean, though she didn't express it. She just stared at the carpet and remained still. "That's why we can't just leave her by herself, you see. She has to have someone to keep her in line," said Mrs. Gardener with an air of authority.

"I completely understand," said the dean,"I have just the person in mind and have already sent for her. She should be here any moment." Mrs Gardener nodded then patted her daughter on the head.

"Isn't that nice dear, looks like you'll have someone to keep you from being naughty after all," Cindy's mother said with a broad smile.

The girl 's frown deepened, but she knew better than to argue. "Yes mommy," was all she said. As the adults continued to talk all Cindy could do was wait.

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Catherine Clay sighed as she crossed campus. She had had such grand plans for this semester. She and her best friend had intended to finally get of campus by sharing an apartment along with a few other friends, only for the whole thing to fall through at the last moment. One of the girls had gotten in trouble with her parents for some barely passing grades and had been instructed that she would not be getting any parental assistance unless she stayed on campus. Another girl apparently lost one of her scholarships, and Catherine's best friend had to suddenly take a semseter off due to family issues. So as a result Catherine was back in the dorms herself.

The redhead waved to a few acquaintances as her long legs made good time getting to the dean's office. The pale girl paused for only a moment to exchanged pleasantries with a few of the girls from the basketball team. She confirmed that she had chosen not to try out for the team again this year. Honestly while she liked to keep herself in shape she hadn't been the best player. Besides she was rather hoping to get a position assisting at the library this semester and wanted to avoid scheduling conflicts.

Eventually Catherine made it to the dean's office. She was told to head right in and so do just that. Brushing her long curly hair back over her should she glanced down to confirm her blue jeans and green blouse were in order before giving a quick knock and slipping inside. "Good morning," she offered as way of greeting as closed the door behind her.

Spotting what looked like a small family already within the pale young woman gave a friendly smile, finding her smile growing at the sight of the cute little girl in the middle. "I was told you needed me Dean McAllister," the green eyed girl said curiously. "I can come back if you're busy though."

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"Actually Catherine, it was Mr. and Mrs. Gardener that wanted to speak with you," the dean said as a matter of fact. He was a nice man in his late fifties. He stood up then said, "I was only here to introduce you to the Gardeners so, as I have pressing business elsewhere I'll leave you alone. Feel free to use my office as long as you like." After a few goodbyes, Cindy only mumbling hers, he left them alone.

Mrs. Gardener smiled at the young woman. "Hello dear I'm Rebecca Gardener and this is my husband Greg." The man smiled and nodded. She continued, "and this is our little one Cindy Bella Gardener."

Cindy flinched slightly at the sound of her full name. She then gave a weak smiled said very softly, "hello."

Mrs. Gardner chuckled a little, "You'll have to forgive her she can be a little shy at times. Well I suppose I should tell you why you were asked to come here. Our little girl here is something of a genius and will be joining your school as a full time student." Mrs. Gardner paused for a moment, most people reacted the same way when she told them her daughter was already going to college. " Now we obviously can't stay with her, but as she is only eleven she can't be left on her own. That, I hope, is where you come in."

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Catherine offered the farewells to the dean and turned her fill attention towards the Gardners. She held her hand out for a shake as each adult introduced themselves and gave the little cutie a wink. Upon hearing the small child was set to be a student however she couldn't help but raise a brow.

Hearing that the parents would not be staying in the area Catherine took a moment to try and process just what the couple was asking of her. Aiming to be polite she put her best smile back on before speaking.

"I'm sorry I don't think I introduced myself properly. My name is Catherine Clay. My friends and family call Cat though and my babysitting charges usually call me Ms. Cathy. So your asking for help watching Cindy while she's here? I don't want to promise you something I can't deliver so if you don't mind my bluntness what precisely was it you were looking for me to do?" The redhead stopped herself just short of babbling, doing her best to keep up a somewhat professional tone.

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Mr. Gardener smiled. In a gruff, but not unkind voice he said, "right to the point. I like that." Mrs. Gardner nodded her approval as well.

"Very good. It seems the dean was right about you and you seem to have sense. Well dear what Cindy needs isn't a babysitter, more like a guardian. Please understand if you agree you will be our proxy while she is here. You will essentially be her parent. You would be in complete charge of her. Making sure she keeps up with her classes, going to bed and getting up on time, and most of all making sure she stays out of trouble. She is usually a good girl but can be quite naughty when she has a mind too, you will have to watch her carefully." Cindy shifted and blushed a little as her mother spoke.

"Now we don't want you to think we expect you to do this only out of the goodness of your heart. There would be a monthly stipend for you. it will include a small amount for Cindy's allowance, if she has been good, the rest will be yours to do with as you wish. Cindy also has several computers and game systems which you will have access too, as well as a TV. We believe in rewarding her when she is good just as much as punishing her when she is bad. Any questions?" Cindy looked slightly uncomfortable with the conversation, but remained silent as she stared at her shoes.

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Cat's eyes widened for a moment before she managed to regain her composure. They wanted her to parent this girl? Not just babysit or mentor but become a mother of sorts? The very idea had her mind reeling. Of course after the initial shock the more logical part of her brain started highlighting the advantages. The elder Gardners were certainly pointing out a fair few. Depending on how much they were willing to pay she might not have to babysit for spending money. Although a few of her regulars might make for good playmates when Cindy needed socializing so perhaps she wouldn't drop it all together. Plus how many people got a roommate that had to listen to them?

With that thought it mind Catherine spoke up. "Well as far as punishment goes, how exactly do you usual discipline her? I'll admit my hometown is fairly heavily biased towards corporal punishment but I would never do something like that if it wasn't the way that the parents normally handle things." Now after that one mistake anyways.

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Rebecca stifled a laugh. "A good question. One with an easy answer. We bare her little bottom and spank it just as red as it can be," Mrs. Gardener replied as if it was the most natural thing in the world. It definitely got a reaction from Cindy, who whimpered slightly and turned beet red. Catherine seemed nice, but she was still a stranger that just learned she was spanked. No matter the situation it was still embarrassing. "when she acts up you spank her easy as that. If you want to try other punishments that's up to you as long as she gets spanked as well we'll be happy." She knew this would be a lot to take in so she gave Cat a few moments to collect her thoughts.

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Catherine tried to keep a neutral expression, she tried her hardest. She failed. Luckily she managed to keep her grin to a small brief one rather than the chesire like smile that wanted to blossome over her face. While she certainly would have preferred well behaved charges there was a part of her that always did get a tiny bit of amusement out turning her sisters or the kids she babysat over her knee.

"I see," she said mostly to give herself a moment to calm her thoughts. "Well as I said its not something I'm unused to. I certainly got it a few times at her age and I've had more than a few little girls over my lap. I'm certain I can make her think twice about any thoughts of naughtiness or slacking."

Finding herself liking this idea more and more Catherine made a motion towards the door. "You know we probably shouldn't monopolize the dean's office. How about we head to my room and finish discussing this there? You can take a look at how I've got things set up now and see how best Cindy could fit in. Then if your sure we can iron out the specifics as far as her expected behavior and rules, as well as her allowance amd such."

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"An excellent idea and one I was just about to suggest myself. Please by all means lead the way," Rebecca said as she stood up followed by her husband. Cindy hesitated, still a little in shock and embarrassment at the conversation that took place. Though it only took her mother giving her a look to get her quickly to her feet. Her parents were quite strict, as Catherine would find out, and it didn't take much for them to decide Cindy was being obstinate and give her a spanking. She took her mother's hand and waited for Cat to show them to her room.

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"Well right this way then," Catherine said as she lead the way out the door. She kept up some small talk about the campus as she guided the family to the dorms but soon enough they had arrived at thier destination.

"Please come right in," she offered as she opened the door. Within was the expected bunk beds and desks, one of which was already set up with Cat's laptop. "So we can move things around a bit but we probably can't fit much more in here as far as furniture. There should be a fair amount of closet space though unless she has a whole lot of clothes. I think if we can place the desks over a bit though I'll be able to see hers from just about anywhere in the room to make sure she's working when she needs to be. Plus that will free up just enough of that corner that she can us it to wait for a spanking, or think about one she's just had." She left out the fact that said corner was perfectly placed to be in view of anyone looking in from the bathroom or passing through the hall if the door was left open. "What do you think?"