Later on, when her mother has left for her night shift, Alizwa visits Khalipha to tell her about what she missed.

ALIZWA: Hey, has Mom left?

KHALIPHA: Yes, what do you want?

ALIZWA: Dude, you could at least pretend that you are happy to see me.

KHALIPHA: (faking a smile) Happy?

ALIZWA: No. Anyway, I came here because I am a good friend. Mr Ngxanga gave me these to give to you (handing her exercise sheets).

KHALIPHA: Thank you. I appreciate you.

ALIZWA: Khalipha, come on, what is wrong? You’ve been grumpy all day. Are you on your period or something? Did an anonymous boyfriend break up with you?

KHALIPHA: (rolling her eyes) It’s none of those things. I just need to be alone.

ALIZWA: Oh, OK. I guess this is so big that you are keeping it from your best friend.

KHALIPHA: There is nothing I am keeping, OK? Just…I will see you at school, Zwayi.

ALIZWA: OK, bye.

Tell us: What do you feel when you sense your friend is holding something back?