My parents exchanged hushed words, their concern evident in their voices. "We can't hide the truth from Yeha anymore" My Mom stated.

"I understand, Hyewol, but I'm terrified of sending Yeha to school now. If something like this happens again, I don't know how I'll go on," My dad confessed.

My emotions were in turmoil as I found myself at a loss for words, overwhelmed with shock and sadness. It was a bitter pill to swallow, realizing that my parents had been deceiving me about the doctor's advice. The truth was that they were keeping me home from school not because of any medical reasons, but because they believed my friends posed a threat to my well-being.

I had no desire to engage in an argument with them at such a late hour, considering it was 1 am and I felt disoriented. However, despite my dizziness, I remained aware of my surroundings. Eventually, I silently retreated upstairs and settled onto my bed. As thoughts of my friends occupied my mind once more after which a tear escaped my eyes and I drifted off to sleep without even realizing it.

*The Next Day*

As I opened my eyes, the events of the previous night flooded my mind. The conversation between my parents played like a movie reel in my head. Determination surged through me as I resolved that today was the day I would go to school. I was determined to assert myself, for I firmly believed that my parents had no right to restrict my freedom of talking to my friends or pursuing my education.

"You can do it! Yeha" I encouraged myself.

I made my way to the dining room, the designated spot where our family convenes every morning for breakfast. As I descended the stairs, I caught sight of my father, seated upright in his usual spot by the dining table, engrossed in reading the newspaper. Meanwhile, my mother was busy cooking in the kitchen, seamlessly connected to our dining area.

"Oh, Yeha! Looks like you're up darling, I was just whipping up some delicious 김치(kimchijeon) for you. By the way, what would you like me to pack in your school tiffin?" My mom inquired.

I can't comprehend why my life is taking such a strange turn. Today, my mom's behavior is completely out of character, which is incredibly bizarre. The term 'Darling' is something she has never used to address me before. Is this really my mom? I'm starting to have serious doubts, or perhaps I'm simply overreacting.

Hold on, did my mom just inquire about what I fancy for my tiffin? You know, those delightful snacks I devour in the school bus or during the morning break at school. Does this imply that she's actually planning to send me to school?

"엄마, am I going to school today?" I curiously asked.

"Yes!" She replied.

"진짜?" I again asked for confirmation.

"예, 예하" My mom answered.

Is this reality or was it all just a dream? The lines between my dreams and waking life seem to blur. Right now, I'm filled with a mix of confusion and joy because I've just discovered that I'll be reuniting with my dear friends Jamie and Jesper soon. However, lingering in the back of my mind is the unease from last night. What exactly happened?

"Okay, I go to get dressed in my uniform!" I exclaimed.

It felt like a blast from the past, everything falling back into its familiar rhythm. I swiftly tied my shoelaces, hopped into my dad's sleek white car, and off we went to school. Strangely enough, I was bubbling with excitement to return to the halls of learning. While many students dread the thought of school, I genuinely adore it. It's the place where I reunite with my friends, escaping the monotony of talking to the walls at home!

As I stepped foot into my High school, I eagerly scanned the crowd, hoping to spot a familiar face amidst the sea of students like my friends or just classmates, you know that I mean. Within moments, my eyes locked onto Seon Ho, and without hesitation, I hurried over to him, greeting him with a cheerful "Hello!"

"Holy!! Yeha? 안녕하세요, where have you been?" Seon Ho asked while being stunned.

"Calm down, Seon Ho!"

"How can I, you know that you are coming back to school after 5 days and I heard that you fainted so, how do you expect me to calm down?" Seon Ho reminded.

"Forget that! Now I am back to school!, Aren't you happy about that?"

"Ofcourse I am happy! But I really want to know that how did your fainting episode occur?"

"Oh! That's a long story,"

"You have to tell me and by the way, do you know that three days ago I visited your house as I was worried about you but your mom didn't let me in the house and told me that you are sleeping." Seon Ho apprised.

"Oh! Really? I had no clue about this."

After my conversation with Seon Ho, I made my way into the school building and headed straight towards my locker. As I opened it, I was greeted by a chaotic jumble of books, papers, and a collection of cherished pictures featuring Jamie and me!

Out of the blue, my locker was forcefully shut, and I found myself pressed against its sturdy frame. In an instant, strong arms encircled my waist, enveloping me in an unexpected embrace.

"J..Je.. Jesper?" I shuttered.