Truly Mattered

RING! RING! RING!

The unmistakable sound of the school bell echoed through the hallway, signaling the end of the school day. 

Students began to gather their belongings and make their way towards the exits. Some were headed home, while others, had commitments to various clubs and extracurricular activities. 

"Hey, Alice, do you want to come with us to the karaoke?" a friendly female student called out to Alice as she hunched over her bag, attempting to fix a stubborn zipper. 

Alice looked up , with  curiosity dancing in her eyes. The invitation to go to the Karaoke was an unexpected proposition, a tempting diversion from her typical routine. She had been immersed in her studies and various club activities for a while now, and a time with friends sounded like a fun way to unwind.