Promise Pt. I “But you can’t hurt them, that’s the rule,” says Emma. There are trees behind the school, just past the fence, a forest with some walking paths and one hilly bit where people have made a bike park. Andy is breathing. It’s nice being around girls. There’s five boys total. Seven girls. Andy’s […]
Saad Steps Out
Saad fixes televisions. His 12-year-old hands know how to use a screwdriver. In the kitchen, he pours himself apple juice. A gun battle erupts on the screen when he turns it on, but there are noises in the hallway too. “Filot! Filot!” screams Saad’s father, running outside. Voices rise, and doors slam. Saad cannot go beyond the apartment, for there […]