As I stepped into the classroom, my eyes searched for my Princess. My lips curved into a smile as I saw her sitting with Anushka on the second last bench of the corner row. She smiled back. She’s looking beautiful in the black dress which I made her wear.

“Good morning, Sir.” Everybody stood up and wished me, smiling cheerfully.

“Good morning.” I smiled at the class. They settled down.

One of the girls stood up and uttered, “we’re happy that you’re back, ...