Priya winced as she agreed, unsure why she had even acquiesced. Breaking promises wasn't her style.
But when Nishi mentioned it was within the college radius, Priya rationalized she wasn't truly breaking her word. It fell within the confines of the college, so it shouldn't count as breaking a promise, at least in her mind.
"Great, let's go," Nishi said, taking Priya's hand as they strolled out of the college.
Priya's laughter bubbled up, the sensation of having a friend was indescribable. It coursed through her veins, filling her with warmth and joy.
She never imagined she'd find someone to study or eat with at college. Her only companions had always been the kids at the orphanage, her mother Mary, and Lucky, her pet dog.
How could she resist or deny the happiness she felt from finall
