IT'S THE SECOND week of December. It's only a few days before Christmas. Just like the weather, my heart is as cold as it is.

I heard a noise from loving room because Andrew is putting up a Christmas tree. I got up and took a shower. I received a message from Ms. Cindy

"Oh, our queen is awake!" Andrew smiled broadly at me as he faced the Christmas tree.

"Are you leaving again?" Auntie Melva asked.

I glanced at Dad holding some garlands to attach to the Christmas tree.

"Yes, auntie, I just have some appointment today." I say goodbye here.

I stepped closer to Dad and gave him...