Arkin
“Are you out of your mind!?! No! No way! There’s no way I’m gonna let you do that!”
My mother shook her head and told me with full conviction.
We were at the home office.
My boyfriend sitting beside me as she stood there hovered over us like we’re some unruly students at the principal’s office who needed to be reprimanded.
“Ma, please don’t make such a big deal out of it. It’s just a week. And I’ll be back. It’s not like I’m staying there for good.”
My mother shook her head forcefully yet again.
“Your father won’t let you and I sure won’t too. So, you stay!”
I heaved a sigh before I replied.
“I’m sorry, but my decision is final. I’m telling you this so you’d know. I’m not asking permission.”
My mother gaped at me.
“What is happening to
