'Everything is wrong, Lex. It could send me packing and become jobless. The school is no ordinary school and you know it. Besides, I will be tarnishing my reputation by doing something like that. Why am I even discussing this with you? Him and I, is impossible" Maria said shaking her head "I am just going to ignore whatever it is I am feeling and do my job. It wasn't easy for me to get this job. It pays so well and I need the money to pay my student loan and my dad's debtors. Right now, I don't have the luxury to feel feelings''.
''Is he still gambling?'' Lexis asked. She was referring to Maria's father who was a gambler and an addict at that.
''He won't stop anytime soon. I just need to get enough money to leave that apartment with my aunt. I can't even keep money in the house because he searches my room every day. Say, Lexis. Why am I so unlucky?"'.
''You are not unlucky, Portia. You are the bravest person I know''.
''Three months. Just three months and I will get rid of him. He won't know where to find me once I relocate, I swear''. Maria said and closed her eyes. Lexis looked at her and focused on driving.
Maria's only fault was probably having such an irresponsible father who stole from his daughter just to gamble.