Beyond Social Standing

tion for granted because she had grown up in the lap of luxury, surrounded by all the trappings of

fashionable clothing and technology. Out of the corner of her eye, she noticed Romeo wiping the floors with

her time approaching him because she didn't want to attract to

w in shock. He smiled

eeling moved. He and she began up a discussion, and as they spoke, she became aware of somethi

he weeks went by. During breaks, she would converse with him, occ

ight of serving others without expecting anything in return. H

h Romeo. They considered him to be beneath her, the hopeless kid of a c

nd she was aware of this distinct quality about him. And she became aw

couldn't quite explain. She felt secure and content because of the love and gentleness he possessed. The following day

e remarked as she approached him. Romeo turned to face her and grinned. Katrina, hello. Good or bad? I'm OK,

ow what you mean. It c

aling the start of first period. With a sensation of thrill sh

hey would spend hours on the phone together, discussing their aspirations. Katrina

e her growing affection for Romeo. They had a specific

ever understand her bond with R

He was wise, considerate, and had a pure heart. He showed her that treating others nicely and with respe

eir status and outward appearances. They had no interest in getting to know

tinue to hang out with her friends and ignore her feelings for R

a decision. She wanted to go to the dance with Romeo, but she wasn't