I started telling him from the day when I talked with Tracy for the last time. We both had a deep conversation about my education.

" How many times do you want me to say this, Maddy. You are talented. If you apply to this school, you will be selected. You can study abroad for some years. This is a great opportunity for you. Please, don't lose it. I want this for you." Tracy was convincing me for my own good. We will both miss each other if this happens. But she's trying to do this for me.

" I'm not going anywhere. I want to be with you, mom...