DAD abruptly rose to his feet, allowing me to examine him. “Dad, where are you going?” I inquire. With a meagre smile on his face, he glanced my way. “Zacheus, I’m sorry, but I have a few things to take care of at work. Rest there first, since tomorrow you’ll be returning home and you’ll need plenty of energy, okay? Don’t worry, I’ll get back to you as soon as I’m done with my tasks,” he reassured me. I gave a head nod. “All right, dad,” I said as he turned to face me and began walking out of my room. When he finally exited the door, I let out a big sighed. I’m sure my father is having a difficult time right now since I became ill when he was preoccupied with his job. He bears a great deal of responsibility in our town, since he is a senator, and they expected him to perform a thorough job. I gave a sour grin. “
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