I received a letter from our principal earlier about my academic progress, and it surprised me that I'd be running as the 2nd best! What's more, I might actually qualify for the scholarship! I just have to take the examination and my God, my parents don't have to trip on their shoes to offer our needs! Thank God, my prayers have been granted.
-J. ---- ... BREAKING NEWS:
Tuesday, shortly after 7:30 AM, the police immediately came to investigate the scene where the crime had occured. A former student at Concord Foreign Scholastic (CFS) was found dead due to still unidentified reasons, though the police are searching for at least two suspects in connection with the alleged killing near the institution. The school was obligated to cancel classes for days to perform necessary procedures.
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Principal Pasion says this domestic-related incident struck a chord with the detectives. If you have information about the incident, please contact Metro Police (xxxx-xxxx-xxxx) immediately–
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"That was truly horrible.."
I quickly turned off the television with a sigh. It was to be expected for the incident to show up on our news. The entire school is still understandably traumatized about the incident. But as students, praise in need of guidance is all we need to keep moving forward. That's why I'm still aiming for that scholarship so I can, at least, help my–
"Are you sure you're skipping breakfast? It's your examination day today so you need something to digest, young lady." Mrs. Visaya called while sweeping the floor carefully outside of the house.
That was my step-mother, Mrs. Anna Visaya. Since I didn't have my real mom anymore, she took me whole-heartedly as her own. She's the main reason why I want to obtain that scholarship, so I can lend a helping hand.
And nothing can stop me.
"No Ma, I'm already late. Don't worry, we'll just review for the examination today. I'll eat later. Remember the bag of cookies you gave me last night?" I smiled and placed a sweet kiss on her cheek before stepping out of my house and waving good bye.
"Good luck, Micah."
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I have always loved the sound of the school's bell before the class starts, but right now it just sounds repulsive. It didn't sound like a bell: it sounded more like a knell.
