VALOROUS

enforcement officials. But one of the most significant threats to her organization was the volatility of the drug trade. As the new mafia queen, Adiza knew she had to find a way to stabilize t

ards. But as she basked in the glow of her success, Adiza suddenly remembered something important. She had school. She hadn't attended classes in months, and she knew she had to get back to her studies. She couldn't let her education suffer, not when she had worked so hard to get where she was. Adiza decided to return to school the following week. She was nervous but excited, eager to see her friends and teachers again. As she walked onto campus, Adiza felt a sense of nostalgia wash over her. She had missed this place, missed the familiar sights and sounds of student life. She made her way to her favorite café, where she knew she could find Alex. She hadn't seen him in months, and she was eager to catch up. As she pushed open the door, Adiza's eyes scanned the room, searching for Alex's familiar face. And then she saw him, sitting at a table by the window, laughing and chatting with Britney. Adiza's heart skipped a beat as she felt a pang of jealousy. She had always known that Alex had a crush on Britney, but seeing them together like this brought it home. Adiza tried to push aside her feelings, reminding herself that she was happy for Alex. He deserved to be happy, and if Britney was the one who made him smile, then so be it. But as she approached their table, Adiza couldn't help but feel a twinge of sadness. She had always thought of Alex as her close