Chapter 25

I smiled at Jonas before stepping onto the stage. "Ladies and gentlemen, good evening." I looked around the room. "Tonight, I want to share a dream with you. A dream born from the purest desire in all of us—the wish to provide a better future for the next generation." I began speaking about my education project and the experiences I had at the rural elementary school. When I described the eager eyes of the children yearning for knowledge, I noticed some in the audience wiping their eyes. "I believe education should not be a privilege for the few but a right for every child," I said with conviction. "It's our responsibility to create a fair starting point for these children, giving them a chance to pursue their dreams." When the speech ended, the room erupted in applause. Feeling relieved, I stepped off the stage and returned to my seat. Jonas hugged me excitedly. "Daddy, you were amazing! Everyone was clapping for you!" I smiled and tousled his hair. "Thank you, Jonas. It's all