The article recounts the touching friendship between two young girls, Malak and the narrator, who met at school in Gaza. They bonded over shared interests in subjects like maths and music, fostering a deep connection reminiscent of sisterhood. Despite the vibrant childhood backdrop of Sheikh Radwan and their dreams for the future, Malak carried an invisible sorrow that the narrator sensed. The narrative weaves their aspirations and daily life, showcasing both the innocence of childhood and the hint of deeper struggles faced by children in their environment.
Malak was shy and quiet, gentle and caring. Her name means angel. It suited her. She cared about our classmates and whenever one of them was upset, Malak would comfort them.
At first, I thought Malak blushed easily because she was new to our school. But as time passed, I understood this was part of who she was.
We often made each other laugh. But behind Malak's smile, there was a sadness as if she were carrying a burden, a sorrow she kept to herself.
She had beautiful dreams of becoming a nurse to look after sick children. Malak was like a sister to me; we shared hopes and memories.
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