Chapter 34. Her Photograph With Ralph

“What’s the hurry, mom? Can’t you wait till I finish my studies?” asked Raven, coming to her senses. 

"Bella’s keen on this, Raven. I don’t want you to argue with me. You can continue with your studies even after your wedding. I’m waiting for you to come home before Saturday. There’s no need to stay there for so many days. Your wedding’s more important than your friend’s." Raven was totally confused. 

“I’ll try to come earlier, but I can’t promise,” she said, warily. 

“You better come back in a day or two. Bella is planning to go shopping with you and I don’t want you to disappoint her this time,” said her mom, disconnecting the call abruptly. 

Raven kept sitting as she contemplated her next move. Her mom’s call had brought her out of her dream world and back to the harsh reality of her life. She didn’t want to give in to her parental pressure and go back to the disgusting world of the Bradleys. There had to be a way out. Maybe she had to