In tears, Elsie picked up her phone and dialed Leonard's number. As the phone rang, her heart pounded with anxiety and fear. Finally, Leonard answered, and Elsie could barely control her trembling voice as she spoke. "Elsie? Is everything okay?" Leonard asked, concern evident in his voice. "No, Leonard, everything's not okay," Elsie replied, choking back a sob. "I... I've run away. I can't take it anymore, and I don't want anyone to find me." Shock washed over Leonard as he tried to process her words. "What? Elsie, why? Where are you?" "I can't tell you where I am," Elsie whispered, tears streaming down her face. "I just need to be alone, to figure things out on my own. Please don't try to find me; I need to do this." Leonard's mind raced, searching for the right words to say. He cared deeply for Elsie and was worried about her well-being, but he also understood the importance of giving her space. "Elsie, I can't pretend to understand what you're going through, but I want you to
Leonard slumped in his favorite armchair, his face buried in his hands, unable to shake the overwhelming feeling of despair that had consumed him since Elsie's disappearance. It had been weeks now, but the pain and uncertainty were as fresh as the day she vanished. His mother noticed her son's sorrowful state and approached him with a soft, reassuring touch. "Leonard, my dear, what's been troubling you so much lately?" she asked, concern etched on her face. Without looking up, Leonard confessed, "It's Elsie, Mom. I can't stop thinking about her. It's like she's just gone, and we'll never see her again. I can't bear it." His mother settled into a nearby chair, placing a comforting hand on his shoulder. "I understand, my dear. Losing a friend, especially under such mysterious circumstances, is incredibly difficult." "I just wish I could have done something to prevent it," Leonard muttered, his voice choking with emotion. "Maybe she wouldn't have gone missing if I had paid more atten
Leonard couldn't believe his eyes as he rounded the corner and saw Madame Diane standing right in front of her large house. Leonard knew that she was well-known in the neighborhood for her stern attitude and, in the past, she had been rather mean to Leonard and his mother and he knew that that was something he might never forgive. He never expected her to take an interest in his life, especially not his school because prior to all of this, she had never shown interest in his affairs. As he approached her, a mix of surprise and apprehension washed over Leonard's face. He tried to maintain a composed behavior as he greeted her, "Good afternoon, Madame Diane." To his amazement, Madame Diane returned the greeting with a faint smile and said, "Hello, Leonard. How is school going for you?" Leonard hesitated for a moment, unsure of how to respond. He remembered the times when Madame Diane had belittled him and his mother, making them feel unworthy and small but he didn't want to stoop to
The next day at school, Leonard eagerly walked towards Daniel during their lunch break to share the exciting news he had. With a grin on his face, he said, "Hey Daniel, guess what happened yesterday! On my way home on the bus, I met someone new, and we hit it off. His name is Andrew, and he seems really cool!" Daniel raised an eyebrow, a hint of skepticism in his voice, "Really? You made a new friend just like that? Are you sure you can trust him, Leonard?" Leonard nodded enthusiastically, trying to reassure his best friend, "I know it sounds sudden, but we had a great conversation on the bus. He seems genuine, and we share some common interests. I've got a good feeling about him." Daniel looked thoughtful for a moment before replying, "Well, that's good to hear, but you know we've been friends for a long time, and I'm just looking out for you. It's essential to be cautious about making new friends. Not everyone may have good intentions." Leonard appreciated Daniel's concern and r
The next day at school, Leonard found himself paired with Susan in one of their classes. As fate would have it, due to their disagreement just a few days ago, he hadn't forgiven her and he knew that she was still not in a talking stage with him and deep down in his heart, he even loved it that way. Leonard was determined not to let the tension from their previous fight affect their current assignment. As the teacher announced the pairings, Leonard's heart skipped a beat, but he took a deep breath to compose himself. He knew he had to address the situation head-on. As the teacher walked by, Leonard raised his hand politely, hoping that she answered him favorably. "Yes, Leonard?" the teacher said, noticing his raised hand. "I... I can't be paired with Susan, ma'am," Leonard stated firmly but respectfully. The teacher furrowed her brows, sensing there might be more to the story. "Is there a specific reason, Leonard?" she asked, keeping her tone neutral. "We had a disagreement a few
One sunny afternoon during the weekend, Leonard decided to pay a visit to Daniel's house. Leonard often enjoyed spending time with Daniel and his family and even though they were among the rich, they treated him like he was one of them which was the main reason why he had fallen in love with them at the very first instance. As he walked towards the house, he noticed Daniel's elder brother, Brock, standing near the entrance."Hey Brock, you must be Brock, right? It's nice to meet you," Leonard called out, flashing a warm smile.He didn't need any introductions to know that this was Daniel's elder brother. The resemblance was uncanny but where Daniel had jet-black hair, Brock's was a dusty brown with a low military cut.Brock turned around, his face lighting up with surprise and delight. "Leonard! Great to see you, buddy, Daniel has said so much about you!" he smiled, extending his hand for a firm handshake.They exchanged greetings, and Leonard couldn't help but notice how Brock looked
The following day, the sun rose high in the sky, casting its warm rays over the school campus making it look all the more beautiful. The atmosphere was filled with excitement and a sense of urgency as the final-year students gathered on the assembly ground. The end of their academic journey was approaching rapidly, and the principal wanted to make sure they were well-prepared.Standing tall on the stage, Principal Johnson addressed the sea of eager faces before him. "Dear final-year students," he began with a tone of authority, "your final exams are just around the corner. This is a critical moment in your lives, where hard work and dedication will pave the way for your future success. I urge each and every one of you to be diligent and put in your best effort during this crucial time. Remember, your achievements here will shape the paths you take in the years to come."The principal's words echoed in the minds of the students, resonating with the weight of truth and the significance
The next day, Leonard woke up early, feeling a mix of anticipation and nerves as he knew it was the day of the pre-test assessment at school. They had sent a late message to all the students in the school's general group chat at such notice and Leonard was just happy that he had been preparing for it all these days. He knew that the pre-test was important as it would help prepare all the students, including him, for their final-year exams. These exams would play a significant role in determining their academic future and he knew he had to put his all into it. As Leonard entered the classroom later that morning, he saw Daniel, sitting anxiously at his desk. Daniel looked worried, and he whispered to Leonard, "Hey, did you study well for this pretest? I found last night's revision pretty challenging." Leonard smiled reassuringly at him and replied, "Don't worry, Daniel. You've got this! I know you're a smart and brilliant chap. Just give it your best shot, and you'll do great. Remem