Christian heaved a sigh of relief when he and Roger walked out of the school. At least the most pressing matter had been settled. Since he would be studying here in Kellington, so far away from the Ashwoods, they probably wouldn't come looking for him anymore.Roger patted him on the shoulder. "Come on, let's go to the restaurant where I work and get your job settled. Then, we're all set.""Roger, don't tell Mama that I'm studying here just yet. I'll tell her myself once everything is set in stone," Christian reminded him.Roger froze for a second, then asked stiffly, "You… you didn't tell Mama you're going to school here?""Look at you, all scared." Christian tried to reassure him. "It's fine. I'm already in Kellington; out of sight, out of mind. Worst case, she beats me up when I go back.""Don't talk to me. Let me process this. Meanwhile, go get me a stick. A thick one." Roger rubbed his forehead, waving Christian off."What do you need a stick for? You can't walk? I can help
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