Days, weeks, and months passed. Time did not amend Angeline's demeanor. She and her gangs still bullied me whenever they had a chance to do that. Thankfully, School activities occupied me. The library was a place where I spent most of my time at school. Vera and I studied there or just read a book in our free time.

Preparing for the state exam was struggling since I was not a typical smart student. It took more time for me to learn the lessons. Fortunately, I had Vera with me who was always helpful and supportive. And in few months we would have a state exam which determined whether or...