I smiled instantly, gesturing to wave away the topic. And then, as we continued chit chatting about our various experiences. From the moment we had set foot in Italy to the very day we boarded the plane back home, we spared no single detail, mostly me. I kept on recounting every single moment with clarity and enthusiasm. I did most of the talking, Lily just sat quiet. Her face wore a stern and strong expression. “Why are you so silent?” I asked her. She nodded, “nothing really.” I was expecting a smile as usual from her but I didn’t get it. She was acting to different and professional. “Anything from you Lily?” Asked Marcel whose finger were busy twisting the hair on his chin. “If you need a report sir. I will submit all of it when it is time sir.” She said with a bold voice. I

