The day has finally come, and I'm packing for college. My mom said, 'Ache se khana, bahar ka kuch mat khana, tumhe suit nahi karta, Eashu.' I replied, 'I know it, Amma. Main sambhal loongi.' I finished my packing and took a look at my phone. My best friend Drishti's message popped up: 'Let's give you a farewell at "Our Bakery". Be ready at 5. I'll pick you up.' I saw the clock, and it was 4 PM. I took a nap and then told my mom I was going to meet Drishti. I opened my cupboard looking for a dress. Staring at the black body-hugging dress, I remembered the last time I wore it was with him, and his reply was, 'Kuch dhang ke kapde nahi pehen sakti thi?' I was going south in my move-on plan, I reminded myself. So, I took a pair of high-waisted jeans and a graphic tee.

It was already 5, and Drishti came with her scooty. I sat, and the breeze made me feel alive. We chit-chatted during the drive, and within minutes, we reached "Our Bakery".