Chapter 40

"Welcome to San Servando," wika ng driver sa kanila.

Servando? A Spanish word meaning 'who is in service of others'.

Those were the only words he said to them the whole time they were in a car. Ang layo ng biyahe nila at hindi nila alam kung nasaan sila. The car is tinted and it's hard to see where they were heading. Ilang oras din 'yon at mas mabilis sana kung nagchopper na lang sila.

Nang humimpil ang sasakyan ay automatic na bumukas ang pinto. Ineexpect niya ang isang abandonadong lugar, mabaho at marumi. Pero ang tumambad sa kaniya ay kabaligtaran.

Situated at the pinnacle of a hill, there stands a castle-like sanctuary, exuding an aura of grandeur and magnificence. This picturesque haven is surrounded by vast stretches of land adorned with lush greenery, creating a tranquil retreat in the midst of nature's embrace. Moreover, a captivating cascade of waterfalls lies merely a short distance away, adding to the ethereal charm of the sanctuary. The sheer beauty and serenity of