“Theidta, I don’t think those freckles will just go away just as they appeared from nowhere if you rub at it,” Christian commented. “I need to see my face,” Theidta said and left the dance floor, and the celebration altogether. Era noticed Theidta rush out of there, her brother following her trail. She excused herself and followed her friends. Kenneth followed their footsteps and left Nadia searching for another dance partner.
Theidta rushed to her room and stared at the mirror in disbelief. There WERE freckles on her face. Or maybe dirt, she comforted herself. Taking a handkerchief and dipping it in clean water, she dabbed at her face. When they didn’t clean out, she started rubbing her cheeks and nose, with force. “HEY! Stop that.” Christian shouted as he entered her room. He grabbed th
