Chapter 29
7:12 AM – Aira’s Home, Rizal “Anak, sure ka na?” her mom asked, slicing mangoes for breakfast. Kasi babalik na ako sa Pampanga sa dorm nag sabi ako kagabi kila mom sa family ko Aira nodded, folding the shirt she just ironed. “Oo, Ma. Kailangan ko na ring bumalik. Malapit na ‘yung clearance po namin .” Her dad looked up from the newspaper. “Nakausap mo na ba ‘yung landlady mo? May susundo ba sayo?” “Wala na po, ako na lang. Kaya ko naman.” Aira gave a small smile. “Gusto ko rin mag-isa ulit. Na-miss ko rin ‘yung routine ko sa dorm.” Her mom paused, watching her carefully. “Iba ka na, Ai.” Aira looked up. “Ha ano po ?” “You’re still you… pero parang mas tahimik na malalim. At saka mas buo.” She chuckled softly. “Siguro dahil po… natuto na akong piliin sarili ko. Kahit mahirap.” 11
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