Chapter 10：Growth and Hope Months later, spring finally arrived.
The weather became warmer, and the ice on the lake began to melt.
I felt lighter and freer. The atmosphere at the school became more joyful, and everyone began to enjoy outdoor activities.
Helen and I often walked together in the school garden.
We talked about our dreams for the future and discussed different possibilities. One day, the headmaster led us to meet the new students.
One girl caught my attention; she looked very quiet.
There was a certain resilience in her eyes that stood out. The new girl was a student named Haley.
She and I began talking, and we quickly became friends.
I found her strength and gentleness deeply admirable. Our friendship developed quickly in the following days.
We spent a lot of time together, sharing our stories and dreams.
I knew that this friendship would become a precious treasure for me throughout my life. As spring came to an end, summer gradually approached.
Helen and I both worked even harder, looking forward to the challenges ahead.
I felt that I was slowly moving towards the path of achieving my dreams. | 
