My story.

Chapter -5 My Story with my problems

As I grew up, my difficulties did not reduce and I met a boy in a school whom I loved, we both linked each other and wanted to get married but because of inter-caste our marriage could not happen.

He was from the author's caste and I was from another caste, so because of this the marriage could not happen and you know this problem of the society, they have problems, because of this also with inter-caste and not actually my family but people around us have a lot of problems, considering all these things our marriage could not happen and he did not have a job also, due to this there was also another problem because of this our marriage could not happen and after that I changed my name from Priya to Amber and we went very far from here but I was not able to forget him and..

Lying on the bed of the hospital room,Amber's eyes were fixed on the large window of a room.Amber's mind occurred with numerous thoughts and musings. For the first time in her life, she was in stuck with the confusing thought of differentiated between right and wrong.

She had her test going on at the University, Amber was unable to focus on her studies. She was stressed about an email that she had received on her cellphone. This mail consists of an acceptable response to an application that Amber had submitted a few days back and forget about it. She was supposed to be delighted to come across the good news but was worried. The smile was reluctant to show up on her face. She didn't infer how she would react to the mail on her phone.

Last month was nothing but a nightmare for Amber. Her father suffered server cardiac arrest and was still recovering. Amber's family lived in beautiful Minnesota. After completing high school. Amber Thomson decided to step out of her comfortable life and extend her boundaries to Chicago.She had made it to the merit list of the last and had managed to grab a 100% is scholarship. She had been enrolled in the JD program at Chicago School of law.

Amber was a little lost in her thoughts while Julia guided the way towards the restaurant nearby. This was their go to place where Amber and Julia liked to have their meal as it was a walking distance from their hostel.

Both the girls are settled down at one of the tables and place or their orders.Julia was ordering the food will stop noticed that Amber was still lost in thoughts.She was physically present however she seemed lost somewhere.

Now, I have ordered the food, tell me what's bothering you, my dear best friend. Is Mr. Thomson already? I hope everything is fine at your end?

Julia questioned curiously. I don't know Julia, but you know, mom called yesterday. On inquiring about dad's health. She told me he isn't keeping well. But I know the reality. They do not want to discuss me when I'm having my test. Don't you remember the time when that's a for the hurt attack? They didn't let me know about it. Rather they gave me a call when that got discharged from the hospital and came back home. Mom even refrained from coming home to avoid any disturbance in my studies.

Though mom informed me that dad is going well, I doubt the truth. And I do not have any option other than to believe her first of there was deep set grief in her voice when she was elaborating the thoughts echoing in the mind."

'On top of that, the ongoing International testes have restricted me from going home and keeping a check on Dad. All my savings have been drained in dad's treatment. And Julia, at this point.There's nothing worse than an empty pocket for me. I have lost my ability to comprehend what is going to happen next. How are we going to meet the daily errands? Ambered shared her distressed condition with her friend.

Provoked by the circumstances, at times I think of living the degree in between and heading back home. But then, I had promised Dad that I would complete my degree no matter what. He has worked hard for me to accomplish my dream of becoming a renowned lawyer. She added.

Amber expressed her vulnerability. Julia extended her hand to place it on that of Amber's and comforted her "Ahh...you don't need to worry babe. Do not get bogged down by the situation and panic. Things will short out slowly and steadily. You have almost reached your destination and your determination, hard work and passion have helped you climb the ladder to the top.

We are on the verge of completing our degrees. Just the last semester is left and we will be law graduates. It would be a foolish decision to leave the course midway and run away from things.

Have patience, Amber. Everything will be alright. If not now, then very soon. Julia responded trying to comfort Amber in these tough times.

Umm.. . I don't know Julia, sometimes many headaches to the core due to the mess that has been created in my life. Amber replied to a disappointed tone.

Julia was surprised to hear such a thing from Amber. " Why did you say that? Is there something else that I'm unaware of? She questioned. Amber slid her phone towards her phone as asserted, Here....have a look.

Julia glanced at the phone's screen it was the same male and Amber had been reading in the hostel room. With every word that Julia was reading ahead her eyes widened in astonishment. She returned the phone to Amber after she was finished reading the mail."

" Umm.. This... what is Amber? And...ahh..How didn't happen? As for as I know you had a turned down the offer. Then I am afraid of how you got another mail from them? Julia inquired. She was inquisitive to know all the details.

" No I had not given any reply to them up now. And.. umm... to be honest, I have invested much of my time thinking about this proposal and it is not that easy to turn it down. Just an affirmation and all of my problems will be resolved. "Amber concerned coldly.

"Yeah, I do understand but how could you do? Do you even know what all the risks involved are. Bring your friend I have to warn you and tell you the current correct think. Do not be emotionally full and decide to hurry. Give yourself time to think about it and then conclude. This is indeed a hard nut to c***k. This doesn't seem easy as it appears to be. you need it to be physically and mentally strong for the task that you are signing up for. This would have a long-lasting impact on you.

So please, think twice before you agree to anything. Julia tried to reason with Amber. It doesn't matter if I ponder over it. I don't have any other escape from the circumstances. Things have been superficial before you. You know the circumstances at my home.

And it has changed for the worst after dad that suffered a Heart Attack.Due to his increasing health issues dad lost his job. And to compensate for the financial losses. Mom joined a school as a teacher. Kevin and Lisa are merely teenagers and they help mom after school.

They are undergoing so much struggle at such a tender age. Trust me, Julia..it breaks my heart to see my loved once suffering. They might have had expectations from me and here I am not in a position to do anything for my family."Amber shared with tear- filled eyes.

"Why do you have to be so hopeless, Amber?Have patience until the time you complete your degree. Things will get sorted once you start your law practice. These problems are temporary, you know. Everything is going to be alright in the end if it does not..then baby girl it is not the end yet."

Julia attempted to cheer up her friend. Amber passed a low-key smile and replied to her, Julia don't you know that it would take us a few years to attain and the experience and knowledge. People prefer experience over the newbie's weather you are doctor or a lawyer.

And honestly, I don't have a new one to waste on waiting to gain the experience. And then.What about my dad's deteriorating health? I am desperate need of money for his treatment. Also I require money to invest in Kevin and Lisa's education.

It would feel like an age to wait until I attend the required experience in practice law. As of now, my top most priority is money and luck. An opportunity knocking at my door. Talking about my situation into consideration. I have gotten a chance that I should not let go.

Julia understood the emotions lying underneath that tough decision that her best friend was talking about. She sympathetically spoke. "I completely comprehend your point, Amber. But there might have been some other options to get away from your problems.

This could not be the only escape. I am sure we would certainly find another way out."

"I have thought and searched for every opportunity that could have helped may to get rid of all my problem but at this particular movement. No other opportunity has appeared better than what I have received in my mailbox. Neither can I follow a loan from the bank nor do I have any family or friends who would let me the required amount of money.

And if I choose to take up a job, My attention would be diverted and it might affect my scores. So now, you tell me, Julia..Apart from all these options, do I have any other opportunity to earn money? Babe why don't you understand..This is the only opportunity which can help me get the required amount of money and put an end to all my problems, "Amber nodded her and expressed.

Despite all her efforts to convince Julia, Amber was not successful Julia. Julia was not convinced and was rather worried about her friend.

"Amber, all my convinced about is your career and ambition.This particular opportunity that you are eager to that might create a ride between you and your future endeavor, "Julia advised.

By the time Julia made her statement Amber was on the vergo of an emotional breakdown.

" None of my dreams are above my family. And as far as my career is concerned I can rebuild it anytime later. But the need of the hour is to my support my family in any manner I can. They need me to stand by them in tough times like these.

There is no other way around to get me the hefty amount of money that I require. I have to do this, Julia.

For my family's sake. Amber responded sadly. By now Julia had given up.

" Already, my dear friend, if you think, this is the only way to deal with your dilemmas then...you will always find me bail beside you.

You have my constant support in whatever decision you make. It's just that I am a little worried about you and afraid of things going wrong." Julia sighted and spoke. The fear of getting stumbled upon something wrong in the process was the only confusion that Amber was facing for a long time.

This was the particular reason why she was unable to make a concrete decision. Her heart was well prepared to take any step irrespective of the outcome, for her family but her mind was reluctant to go ahead thinking of the pros and cons of the circumstances reluctant.

She was stuck in a dilemma whether to take a step forward or the drop off.

The only thing that her eyes were perceiving was the large sum of money.