Alice nodded eagerly. "Yeah, I feel so much better now, like I'm actually healthy. I just want to live a normal life and catch up on everything I've missed."

Hearing that was truly heartwarming.

"That's great. I fully support it," I said before adding cautiously, "But are you sure you can keep up with all this? We could always get you a tutor if you need help."

"I can do it!" Alice grinned, her excitement shining through. "Elaine, I swear, I think ...