CHAPTER 17

"Dad, are you saying I am free to go?"

He looked at my mom.

"Yes, your dad considered the fact that your class teacher called and pleaded. We don't want you to feel somehow different from your classmates" my mother spoke

"You are free to go but promise us that you will behave yourself, and represent us well" Dad asked

"I promise dad" placing my hand on my chest as a sign of promise.

I went back to my room, feeling so excited. I called Maya on the phone and shared the great news with her. I started preparing ahead of that day.

I couldn't wait for that day to come. One of my excitements were because I was going to experience life outside home for a few days without my parents.

During break hours in school, the excursion was the major topic we all talked about. I became less concerned about my studies.

The night before our departure, my mom came into my room and gave me a few clothes she bought from the stores. She helped me arrange those clothes in my bag including the ones meant f