take me away to a secret place.-----<3-----<3-----what is the definition of a library?a place set apart to contain books, periodicals, and other material for reading, viewing, listening, study, or reference, as a room, set of rooms, or building where books may be read or borrowed.apparently, some inconsiderate bunch of girls didn't know the meaning of that.today's chinese comprehension was about having a gracious society in singapore.PM Lee mentioned that we should act and behave as gracious and considerate citizens of the society.instead, it is quite disappointing to see that youngsters nowadays do not have these certain moral values instilled in them. for example, cam-whoring in the library.i do understand that it is good to explore photography at this age, but surely there is a better place to accommodate this activity.with their constant high-pitched giggles, it is almost impossible to ignore them, and let alone have a peace of mind to study.their inconsiderate demeanour attracted some people's attention. some stared intently at them and then returned back to studying. others were sighing.but they had the same thinking- somebody had to shut those people up.unfortunately, i was studying at a bench near them, huddled up quite comfortably with my history notes. due to the ongoing noise pollution created by them, i couldn't get things into my head.believe me, i was very frustrated, or what you call, bek cek. i sneaked a peek at them- a group of girls, perhaps secondary two students, slinging shoulders over one another and posing for a cute picture. at least some of them had some manners, quietening their friends down when they were just over the limit.i really thank them for that.i tried my best to ignore what was going on and even considered switching place. but why should i let them get the better of me? i stayed on and prayed that one of them would at least be sensible and start studying and act like some considerate teenager then would be contributing to Singapore's society in a few years time.at least act like some responsible teenagers who know what to do at the right time.but alas, nothing changed. giggles constantly escaped from their mouths, their sounds of laughter ringing into my ears. i couldn't take it anymore. swiftly and quietly, i packed my books into my bag, stood up, slung it over my shoulder, tucked my hands into the pockets of my black hoodie, and went across.i cleared my throat and asked,"does any of you know what's the definition of a library?"suddenly, they became instant angels and quietened down. murmurs ran between them, and i could make out some "she's from crescent", " wa lao, who she think she is?", and "bitch lurh".it did insult me, but still, i didn't let that get to me.and then i spoke, "i suggest that one of you go and check up the meaning of a library and then see for yourself if you have the right to stay in here. look, i'm really sorry for acting like this and making me seem like i'm an absolute naggy bitch standing right here and reprimanding you all. at least, act like you're responsible and disciplined students and stop your business of cam-whoring. i understand that you guys have the aspiration to be future models and such, but please, do that somewhere else. you're a disturbance here, and if you don't stop this, i'd ask the librarian to chase you out. the readers on your left and right are affected by your actions. and as a result, they cannot concentrate and study to their fullest potential. get that ladies?" none of them spoke a word. people were staring at us and i could almost feel the intensity of being looked at, stared at. i looked at one of the girls and cocked my head to one side. she immediately looked away. i smiled silently. before i left, i whispered, "thank you for showing us the proper way to behave in a library. good luck for your finals!" i swear i felt like digging a whole and stuffing my head inside.sure, it was embarrassing for me to do this thing straight without any stuttering.but at least, i felt that they needed to know how to behave.tourists that flock to Singapore see it as an exemplary country- clean, green, free of corruption and safe, the ideal home and country to stay in.but they don't know what's the ugly story behind this.signs of inconsiderateness, irresponsible acts, and uncouth behaviour simplifies the bad side of singapore.will holding the door for someone behind you kill you?will saying a word of 'excuse me, may i have a mac-chicken" followed by a smile of thanks or just the two words "thank you" kill you?will behaving properly in public places such as MRT, bus and library kill you?i'm not saying that you can't make any noise, but there is a limit to everything.our actions reflect on our discipline, and in turn, some may think that parents have not taught us moral values.this is absolutely horrid, and if we do not change this scenario by acting as responsible and considerate citizens, Singapore will never appear in the charts of the most courteous country of the world.and think about it, the upcoming Youth Olympics will expose Singapore to the whole world.and if they see the young generations of Singapore behaving this way, how would they think and feel?go home and think about it.it's more worth it than thinking about what colour nail polish should you paint your fingers with.-----<3it's almost too late, don't you think?