Anson, a close companion who’s four years my junior and the same age as my younger brother, is setting off from Hong Kong. Our paths crossed back in his first year of secondary school through the Our Lady of Fatima society, and we’ve been tight ever since. Both of us ended up at CUHK for university, bonding over basketball games that turned into weekly rituals in recent years.
He’s mulled over relocating to Australia for some time, and now that the day has arrived, emotions run high—mostly reluctance to see him go. Anson keeps to himself more than most, but his loyalty to friends shines through, matched by his sharp skills on the court. From coordinating OLF volunteer efforts to countless shared moments, our history feels irreplaceable. This goodbye leaves uncertainty about when we’ll cross paths again.
Headed to the airport to see him off, wishing him smooth sailing and fulfillment in his fresh start.
Tags: lifelong friendships, farewell reflections, Hong Kong expat stories, basketball bonds, university memories, personal transitions, emotional goodbyes, La Salle College alumni, CUHK connections, Ashluc Chui