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“The distance from home to school is too much. It will affect her classes. It’s better for her to stay on campus and mingle with other students.” Mom hesitated, clearly torn. But after much persuasion, she finally gave a reluctant nod.
Chapter Two: Admission
After leaving Sandra’s house, I was walking home when my phone buzzed with an email notification. My heart started racing as I wondered what the message could be. I quickened my steps, almost running until I reached home.
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Mom immediately suggested I stay home and commute to school. “That way, we can monitor you,” she said firmly. I frowned. The idea of going to school from home didn’t sit well with me. Dad stepped in, his tone calm but convincing.
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Sandra picked up the call, her voice suddenly softer. “Hello?” she said, smiling as she glanced at me. I could tell she was excited. I sat quietly, pretending not to listen, but I could hear bits of their conversation.
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“Suit yourself,” she muttered, and the two of them walked out.I sat there for a moment, letting out a shaky breath. Something about Felix’s behavior didn’t sit right with me, and I couldn’t shake the guilt for not telling Sandra the truth.