The Choice.

"I mean that you have to decide what you want to do with your life, Jake. You have to decide whether you want to follow your dreams or give up on them. You have to decide whether you want to pursue your passion or settle for mediocrity," Ms. Jones said. "Because the longer you wait, the harder it will be to make it. Because the longer you wait, the more you will regret it. Because the longer you wait, the more you will miss out on the opportunities and possibilities that await you," Ms. Jones said.

"There is no wrong choice, Jake; there is only your choice. And whatever choice you make, I will respect it and support it. And whatever choice you make, I hope you will be happy with it and proud of it," Ms. Jones said.

He picked up his backpack and walked out of the classroom. He walked towards the office where he had to submit his college enrollment form. He walked towards his future.

He made his choice.