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    “What’s going on with Sariah?” asked her son.


    “She’s missing. Told her parents she was heading to university early, but nobody saw her there,” Katherine exined with a sigh.


    Kalel’s brow creased in concern. “Maybe she’s off chasing another pop star’s concert?”


    “It’s possible. Try to reach her, will you?” Katherine requested.


    “Sure.”


    As the day wore on without any word from Sariah, Kalel grew increasingly distracted, unable to concentrate on his work. That evening, as he sat at home, he incessantly checked his phone, hoping for any update fromw enforcement.


    Out of the blue, Percy’s call interrupted Kalel’s smoke break. He answered, taking a deep drag from his cigarette.


    “Kalel, I’m with Sariah. Keep it under wraps for now!”


    Kalel’s temper red. “Are you aware everyone’s frantic searching for her? Her father is losing his head over this.”


    “Let me just exin,” Percy pleaded. “This was Sariah’s first train journey. Her phone got stolen right after she got on. She had to use a phone from someone on the train staff to reach out to me.”


    Finally picking her up, her folks were already tearing the ce apart looking for her. “She’s terrified of the lecture she’ll get and too scared to head home. You’re the only person who can sort this out now!”


    Kalel exhaled slowly and instructed, “Text me where you are. I’ming to pick her up.”


    “Thanks,” Percy responded.


    “Who are you to her? What gives you the right to thank me on her behalf?” Kalel dismissed the gratitude.


    Percy replied with embarrassment, “I’m sorry.”


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    Late that night, Kalel drove to where Percy was staying and fetched Sariah, bringing her back home.


    Silent and subdued, Sariah entered the car. As they drove off, Kalel couldn’t hold back his reprimand.


    “Have you lost your senses? Sneaking off is one thing, but staying with Percy? What were you thinking? If your father learns about this, he’ll be beyond furious.”


    “I understand, which is why I asked him to call you,” Sariah murmured in defense.


    “And you see nothing wrong with your actions?” Kalel continued sternly.


    “I didn’t just run away!” Sariah protested. “I was trying to get to university early. If I didn’t, my parents would havee with me. How am I supposed to be independent if they’re always around?”


    “What’s so bad about them wanting to be with you? It’s your first year at university, and they just want to support you. You should know better.”


    Silence filled the car after his scolding.


    A short whileter, Kalel was surprised by the sound of soft sobs. Turning, he saw tears streaming down Sariah’s cheeks, her face flushed from crying.


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