Emily’s Concerns

"That's good to know," Emily said, beaming. "I'll keep that in mind. But putting endorsement deals aside, will you be returning to your home country during the upcoming break in the Tippeligaen season?"

"Yes, of course," Zachary replied matter-of-factly. "I haven't been back even once ever since I arrived in Norway to start my training at the academy. So, I'll surely be going back this time around."

"Oh," Emily said, sipping on her coffee. "But I've recently heard some news that there's a rebel conflict going on in DR Congo. Are you sure that it won't affect you when you go back?"

Zachary smiled. "The rebel conflict is currently taking place in the eastern part of DR Congo," he elaborated. "It is mainly around the regions of North Kivu, Goma, and Beni. But, I'll be heading to Lubumbashi, which is in the southern part of the country. The two places are over 1,500 Kilometers apart. So, there isn't a chance that I'll get affected by the civil strife."