The next day, Eric was ready for school, sitting in the back seat as his father drove him, with his brother riding up front.
'My recent days have been anything but peaceful. Between dealing with the system's tricks, I haven't even had time to study for the upcoming midterms,' Eric thought, staring out the window.
'Getting a passing grade from just class lectures would be effortless, but that's not enough. I need to rank among the top scorers. By doing so, I can choose a college far from home and request to stay in a dorm or apartment.
Based on the conversation I had with Mom, moving out for higher education is the only acceptable way unless I have a wife and start a new family. The first option is far more preferable,' Eric thought, strategizing.
'It's not that I don't like living with Mom and Dad, but there are too many things I can't do here. I need a more modern environment, one that'll open up more opportunities.
