Nephi was probably over thinking about her situation after going to home. She was not all paying attention to the classes.
Now its around 2pm in the afternoon. Everyone had their lunch. Nephi couldn't finish her lunch completely, because she was way too busy thinking. Their Mathematics teacher entered the class. "Goooood Afternoon Sirrrrr," everyone wished their teacher and sat down. Now Nephi's 2nd favorite subject is mathematics. And her first favorite subject is English. Their mathematics teacher name is Mr. Venki. He is the only person in the whole school who did not scold or complaint on Nephi, because he is a very patient person. Nephi was also very punctual to him, she used to complete her notes on time and even her homework. But this time Nephi had forgotten to complete her mathematics homework which was given on Friday. I think you all know the reason( because she thought of doing it on Saturday and then she forgot due to the stress of the competition and what will happen on Monday). Now she realizes that her homework is not yet done. She feels bad because she wants to keep a good impression with Venki sir. Now her teacher is collecting everyone's homework. Now he reached Nephi's bench, "Nephi give your home work," he asked politely. When her teacher asked so politely she couldn't say that she had not done it, she wanted to keep a good impression of herself. So without even thinking for a second she said, " Sorry sir I have not completed my home work, but I will stay back at school in the evening and complete my home work." Mr. Venki said, "Ok Nephi." She felt relieved. Then suddenly in her mind it stroke Ohh no, She has to reach her home as early as possible because her parents will be waiting for her. Already her parents are very angry and on the top of that if she reaches home late with the reason of not completing her home work, then she will face a huge problem. It was already too late after she realized her mistake and now her words cannot be taken back.
The day passed and the last bell of school rang. All the students were so happy except Nephi. It was already 4pm everyone left the class. Nephi sat there alone and started to do her home work. It was never easy for Nephi to concentrate on studies when she was in worried situation. Her hands were trembling and she continued to write her home work.
After one hour she finally completed her home work and she rushed to the staff room to get is checked by Mr. Venki. She reached on time to the staff room and got it checked. On her way back to the classroom to take her school bag, she met Miss Sherely who was also heading back to home. " Nephi why are you still here?", she questioned. "Mam actually I did not complete my mathematics home work so I decided to stay back at school and complete it." "Nephi you should be attentive in class and complete your home work on time because now your in 10th grade so you must not waste time. Its very important that you should use your time wisely......", Miss Sherely gave her lecture for about 30mins. Nephi was so frustrated and wanted to reach home desperately.
She grabbed her bag and started running towards her home as fast as possible. Suddenly she hears thundering sound and it starts to rain. Now she has no time to stop by and wait for the rain to stop because she is already late for home. So she is running towards her home and the rain drops are hitting her face as she runs faster.
Finally she reached her home and her mom was standing by the door. She was soaking wet. Her clothes and her school bag were as well. Her mom was looking very ferocious. "Where have you been all this time Nephi? Were you again day dreaming in your class room?", her mom asked. "Actually mom I forgot to complete my Mathematics home work which was given on Friday, so..", she did not even end her sentence her mom spoke, "Oh now I know, you got punishment from Mr. Venki. You have no good impression of yourself at school. Why are you doing like this Nephi? What is wrong with you? From today onwards no movies and no story books. We have had enough of your childishness. Now go to your room and change your clothes." By hearing this Nephi ran to her room and slammed the door and started to cry. Her dad did not even speak a word.
[Hi readers this is the author here. I know this is such a tragedy for Nephi. Now it's getting a bit suspicious that why Nephi's dad did not even speak a word. Now Nephi has her competition on one side and her studies. Let's see what happens next. I hope you are enjoying, please support]