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MADE FOR MORE

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(Image from Flexx Mag) "Mtcthewww," Mercy hissed at her phone screen where a news headline informed her about the elongation of the strike. "These people are using us to play football and they think it's funny." Frustration surged through her and she was not sure who to blame for her predicament. The federal government or the academic staff union of universities. She had spent six years doing a five year course, and these people were still not merciful enough to reach an agreement. "God, these people are delaying my future!" She groaned in anger. "My mates are already working and building the life of their dreams, and here I am, a victim of circumstances." "Who says you are?" Mercy turned her head to see her mother standing by the door of her room. She had not heard her come back from work. She sighed. "Mummy you don't understand. I feel so helpless. Nobody cares about my future in this country. Nobody." "Do you?&