my sister’s test | abigail mac, seth gamble
The tension in the air was as thick as the humid summer night. Abigail Mac, perched on the edge of her bed, nervously chewed on her fingernail, her eyes flitting between the clock and the door. She was waiting for news, the news that would determine the fate of her sister, the news about her sisters test.Seth Gamble, her best friend, sat beside her, offering silent support. He knew exactly how Abigail felt. Hed been through this with her before, the endless anticipation, the fear, the hope. He knew the test was for something crucial, something lifechanging. He just didnt know what. Abigail had been tightlipped about the details, just saying it was important.The sound of the front door opening shattered the silence. Abigails heart jumped into her throat. Her sister, Sarah, walked in, her face pale and drawn. Abigail sprang to her feet, fear twisting in her stomach.How did it go? Abigail asked, her voice barely a whisper.Sarah sighed, her shoulders slumping. It didnt go well, she mumbled, her gaze falling to the floor. I didnt do as well as I hoped.Abigails heart sank. She knew this test had been a long time coming. Sarah had poured her heart and soul into preparing, studying late into the night, sacrificing her social life. Shed been so determined to succeed.Seth, ever the optimist, reached out and squeezed Abigails hand. Its okay, he said, his voice firm. This isnt the end of the world. There are other opportunities, other ways to achieve your goals.Abigail looked at her sister, her face a mask of disappointment. She knew that Sarah was incredibly resilient, that she would bounce back from this. But still, Abigail couldnt help but feel a pang of sympathy for her.As the three of them sat together in the dim light, a strange sense of quiet strength filled the room. Abigail knew, with a certainty that defied all the fear and uncertainty, that her sister, Sarah, would find a way to overcome this obstacle. She would rise above the failure and continue to chase her dreams, with Abigail and Seth by her side, always there to support her.