Chapter 364: Debate onstage
A red-haired girl lay over her desk, opening a thick notebook and carefully recording her thoughts with a fountain pen.
Lilica's diary:
October 28. One and a half days until my birthday. Looking forward to this year's presents.
I went shopping at the supermarket today and found that food and everyday necessities had all gone up in price. Looks like I don't have enough money again.
I wandered around the supermarket for ages without bringing myself to buy a cake. Ridiculously enough, when I finally made up my mind and went back, someone had already bought the last few cakes at the counter.
The economic crisis is getting worse and worse. There's inflation everywhere. Yeah, I think that's the word.
It's really not kind to poor people like me.
A lot of people seem to think money will keep losing its value, so they're spending like crazy. This damned situation. I wonder if war really will break out.
My friend Little Locke said several major countries are recruiting soldiers and constantly producing weapons and equipment. I don't know whether to believe him. It all feels just like the Cold War.
Lots of classmates say the current government is the stupidest one we've ever had, but could the stupidest people really get into those positions? It's not like we're living under some ancient hereditary system.
I'm a little hungry, but there aren't any snacks at home. Can I make it until next month? Three days is so long!
Sigh...
I can't buy twenty games again next month. I overestimated my money management skills. Anyway, my allowance absolutely has to hold out next month!
Hehe, there's this handsome guy who's been showing up at the school gates lately. He's so stylish, completely different from the other guys. Several