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Chapter 2 - "Echoes from Forgotten Pages"

The day started like any other school day. SAM woke up, dressed in her school uniform, and set off for the place that held a mix of memories – some sweet, others sour. As she walked through the school gates, the echoes of laughter and friendship surrounded her. But today was different. She encountered the mean girls, who saw fit to make her the target of their unkind words. Their taunts stung like a swarm of bees, and she found herself shrinking under their cruel scrutiny. The bullies reveled in their temporary power, unaware of the lasting impact they were leaving on her. Later in the day, she received her test results. As she opened the envelope, the grade "C" stared back at her. The weight of that letter on the page felt heavy in her heart. She trudged home, her steps heavy, her spirits low. Her mother, sensing her daughter's distress, offered solace. "Grades don't define you," she reassured. "What truly matters is that you understand the material. You'll have other opportunities to improve. It's a chance to learn and grow." But the she couldn't shake off the feeling of disappointment. She retreated to her room, climbed onto her bed, and gazed out the window, the world outside a mere blur. Guilt swelled within her. Why hadn't she done better? Amidst the turmoil, she found her old diary, a cherished companion from years gone by. She began to read it, each page revealing a piece of her younger self. The diary was a time capsule, and as she read, she realized that the journey she had embarked upon was as remarkable as it was challenging. She opened her diary, and as if someone had whispered into the pages, a story began to unfold. It was a scene from her past, vivid and full of life. She could hear her name being called in front of a crowded hall, and the disbelief washed over her as she made her way to the teacher. She was awarded a gold medal for achieving straight A grades in all subjects during the academic performance day. Searching for her parents in the sea of faces, she finally spotted them on the left side, clapping proudly. The happiness in that moment was indescribable. Her mind then shifted to her earliest school days, a memory etched in her heart. On her very first day, she had taken her seat, only to have the class erupt in laughter due to a girl's height. Her friend had walked in, and the class teacher questioned if she was in the right place. It was then that sam stood up, affirming, "No, ma'am, she's our friend." New friendships were formed that day, and she discovered her best friend Zia . Class 2 brought a world of innocence and dreams. She remembered sitting with her best friend, believing that rain signified God's unhappiness with His people for doing wrong. Her dream was to become doctor and cherish every day. No worries, no heavy school bags; they brought their bags to school on Monday and took them back home on Friday, carrying only three subjects' worth of homework. But life took an unexpected turn. On the day before her class 2 finals, Sam's grandmother passed away. They had to leave the city for the village, missing school. On their return, as they stood at her grandmother's grave, her father received a call from the school, informing him about an exam the next day and her bag being at school. She assured her parents she could take the exam. In a moment of worry, she gave two exams in one day—maths and English—and secured a B grade, advancing to class 3. The first day of school in class 3 was filled with excitement. Running to her classroom, putting her bag down, and holding her best friend's hand, she reminisced about the holiday. While talking, she accidentally walked backward, and a girl bumped into her, causing her to fall and blood to flow from her head. She drifted into unconsciousness, hearing her sister's voice and the distant sound of an ambulance. When she awoke, she was in her room, her head bandaged. She couldn't remember the details of that fateful day, but the warmth of her family's care and concern enveloped her. Upon her return to school, she descended the stairs with a carefree spirit. In a humorous manner, one of her teachers playfully warned her, "If you fall this time, we won't take you to the hospital." As the finals drew near, a new girl name sofia entered the scene. She was cute, chubby, and remarkably friendly. Their friendship quickly blossomed, and the sam fearlessly showed her around the school, even introducing her to the principal. The following day brought another newcomer maya, and they too became fast friends. Before long, these two new girls had formed a close friendship with each other. She learned that she used to write stories, but due to the injury she had suffered, focusing on her writing became more challenging. Despite the obstacles, she gave her best effort and managed to earn a B grade in her exams, leading to her promotion to class 4.But little did Sam know what challenges awaited her in class 4.