12 DECEMBER THAT YEAR.

Yes, little Sophia was graduating. But her face was dropped.

“Chin up little princess. It's your time to shine.” Joel touched her cheek and she gave him a wan smile.

“Aunty… Monica said she'll be here. Funny she's not.” She tried laughing. Her name was called at the stage.

“Go! Baby!!” Jessica applauded for her but she walked there slowly to the stage.

It was her turn to give a speech.

“..hi.my.name.ahem.is.Sophia.” she stopped talking to take a deep in.

“We…” she was stuttering but her family kept on cheering for her even her new aunt, Allyssa.

The doors went open. Her face went from dropped...