CHAPTER 14 LEAVING FOR ETHOPIA

As the sun rose on the day of their departure, Madison found herself filled with a mix of nervousness and excitement, their anticipation palpable as they set off for the airport. The flight was long and tiresome, but as she touched down in Addis Ababa, she was greeted by a rush of warm air, a riot of color, and a sea of friendly faces. "It's beautiful," Madison breathed, her eyes wide with wonder as she took in the bustle of the city. As the plane lifted off from the runway, Madison took a deep breath, savoring the rush of adrenaline that coursed through her veins. She was alone on this adventure, and the sense of freedom and possibility was intoxicating. The flight was surprisingly smooth, and as she gazed out the window at the world below, she felt a sense of anticipation and excitement. "Ethiopia, here I come," she whispered, a grin spreading across her face. As the hours passed, the world below transformed from the familiar landscape of home to a vast expanse of desert, moun