Home / Romance / Passionate heart / Chapter 5: Taking another Part time Job

Share

Chapter 5: Taking another Part time Job

Author: Zen
last update Last Updated: 2021-01-20 21:23:50

“ Danielle, why are you here? Do you have any problem?

“ Nanang Elsa asked after seeing her beloved granddaughter.

“ I'm here to visit my beautiful grandmother, of

course. I don't have any problem at all. I have something for you, Nanang!”

Danielle presented to her grandmother what she bought from the market.

“ Wow! Smells good! It's my favourite! Thank you,

dear.” Nanang Elsa said with a grateful smile. Although she was still looking a

bit weak, she still managed to show her appreciation.

Danielle took the plastic bowl and plastic spoon out

from the plastic bag they were carrying. She poured the ginataan into the bowl

and fed her grandmother with so much affection.

“ How's school doing? Are you enjoy being in college?”

Nanang Elsa asked her as she stroke her weak hands on Danielle's face. “ You

look thinner, dear. Are you eating well before going to school? “

Touched by the tenderness of her grandmother's concern

on her, Danielle gave her a sweet smile.

“ Nanang, school is okay. I’m enjoying being in

college. And also don't have because I eat properly before going to school.”

Danielle answered as she fed a spoonful of ginataan to her grandmother.

Nanang Elsa opened 

her mouth and ate the ginataan that Danielle was giving her. Little by

little, she almost ate all the bowl of ginataan.

“ That was delicious! I'm already full. Thank you,

dear.” Nanang Elsa held Danielle’s hands.

“You're always welcome, Nanang.” Danielle glanced at

Jenny who was sitting on her opposite side. “ Jenny, look after Nanang for a

while. I'll go to the nurse's station to settle Nanang's hospital bill and pack

her things too.”

“ Yes, Danielle. “ Jenny was in her first year in high

school. She is four years younger than Danielle. She also had a twin sister but

they don't look a like at all.

“ Wait! Do you have money to use? I have some money

here with me.” Nanang felt worried. She knew that Danielle never asked her for

financial support ever since she was a child. She had always been independent.

She also found out that Danielle never used her allowance that she gave

whenever she goes to school when she was a child. She was wise in spending

money and very thrifty.

“ Don't worry about the expenses, Nanang. I can

manage. Keep your money with you. You'll need it more than I do.” Danielle said

as she walked out of the ward.

She opened the door and went outside going to the

nurse’s station. While walking, she accidentally bumped herself with a nurse which

is a boy. The nurse boy was in a rush that he wasn't able to avoid Danielle’s

body. "S-Sorry, Miss!”

Luckily, Danielle remained calm and has composed

herself after the incident. “ It's okay.”

Then, the nurse boy smiled and went back to his work.

He was really in a hurry because there was an emergency call in one of the private

wards. Danielle just let go of confronting the nurse and continued walking

towards the nurse's station.

Until she finally reached the nurse station, she faced

one the in charge nurse there.

“ Excuse me, Ma'am, can I have the discharge slip for

Elsa Ursulom?” Danielle politely requested.

The nurse turned her back on Danielle and scanned the

papers in front of her. She took a piece of paper and faced Danielle on the counter.

“ Here, Miss! Please go to the billing section to settle your hospital bill and

get the medicines there too, Miss.” The nurse said without smiling and handed

her the discharge slip.

“ Thank you, Ma'am!” Danielle said as she took from

the nurse the piece of paper. She turned 

her back and walked towards the billing section. When she was on the

counter, she asked politely. “ Pardon me, Ma'am. I'm here to pay the hospital

bill of Elsa Ursulom. May I ask, how much should I pay for her medication?”

The lady in the billing section smiled and faced the

computer in front of her. She scanned Elsa's name on it and print the billing

statement and gave it to Danielle. “ It's 30,000 pesos. Please go to the

pharmacy section later to get the medicine. Just present them the payment slip

I gave you.”

Danielle received the payment slip as she handed the amount

of money to the lady on the counter. She looked at her wallet and there was

only 10,000 pesos left on it. Although she has money on her atm card, Danielle

felt a little sad. She closed her wallet and put it back on her purse bag.

Afterwards, she headed towards the pharmacy section.

She went to the counter and presented the payment slip. The pharmacist gave

immediately the medicines named to her grandmother. Danielle took the medicines

and went back towards the elderly ward where her grandmother was staying.

As she opened the door of the ward, Danielle saw that

her grandmother was already prepared to go out and her personal belongings were

already packed.

“ Are you ready to go home, Nanang? “ Danielle said as

she approached them.

Nanang Elsa looked at her with a smile of relief. “

Yes, dear.”

Jenny went outside to get a wheelchair for their

grandmother. They placed Nanang Elsa on it and carefully pushed her in her wheelchair

outside the ward.

They waited for a tricycle at the entrance of the hospital.

Danielle was carrying her grandmother's belongings. A tricycle stopped in front

of them and asked them if they have a ride coming. Danielle said “no".

“Are you available to accommodate us, Sir?” Danielle

asked the tricycle driver.

“ Yes! Come on in!” The tricycle driver stepped out of

his tricycle and helped her put Nanang Elsa’s belongings in his tricycle while

Danielle helped Jenny in assisting their grandmother in riding on the tricycle.

When everything were all set, Jenny hurriedly placed the wheelchair they used

to transport their grandmother into the guard inside the entrance door. Then

she rushed back towards the tricycle and rode too.

“ Where to?” the tricycle driver asked.

“ To San Clemente please at the south near the

basketball court. Do you know the place?” Danielle answered back.

“ Yes. Just tell me where exactly should I stop.” The

tricycle driver instructed them.

Danielle nodded. Jenny was at the backseat of the

tricycle driver. She guided the tricycle driver where to stop and when they

reached their house, the tricycle driver stopped the engine.

The tricycle driver helped in unloading their things.

The three occupants in his tricycle stepped out in it. Danielle handed the

tricycle driver 100 pesos without asking for the change. The tricycle driver

rode his tricycle and left after receiving his payment.

Meanwhile, Jenny took their grandmother's  belongings and went inside their house while

Danielle was beside their grandmother carefully taking care of her.

“Nanang, we're home! Are you okay? “ Danielle said

with a concerned tone of voice.

Nanang Elsa glanced at her and smiled. She patted

Danielle’s hand to give her reassurance. “ I'm fine, dear. There's nothing to

worry. “

Upon hearing her response, Danielle smiled but in her

mind, she was thinking of something else. When Jenny came to help her in

assisting their grandmother, they slowly went inside the house together.

As they opened the door and reached the living room,

memories of her childhood came into Danielle’s mind. She had playmates before

and she was a happy little child but her cousin Elva always bullied her every

day of his life. The bullying was stopped when Elva lived with her mother but

in school, Danielle was always being teased.

Danielle never reclaimed as long as she was not being

hurt physically. Then, Jenny and Danielle put their grandmother in her bed

inside her room.

“ Take a rest, Nanang. I'll stay here for tonight.”

Danielle said while caressing the back of her grandmother.

“ Are you sure?” Nanang asked with a doubt on her

face.

Danielle smile and responded : “ Yes, Nanang!”

Nanang Elsa laid down on her bed while

Danielle called out Jenny to buy some cooked dishes

in their neighbor . Then, she went to the kitchen and she was preparing to cook

rice using the rice cooker. While washing the rice, her mind was wandering.

Nanang is already old. She must stopped selling fish

sauce and salt in the market. But who would shoulder her daily living? My salary

as a service crew is just enough for my personal needs too. Danielle thought

and rubbed her forehead. The only resolution she could think of was to have

another part time job.


Continue to read this book for free
Scan code to download App

Latest chapter

  • Passionate heart    Chapter 45 Forever, my love

    Looking back at the restroom, Anthony couldn't stand the feeling of urge to see his wife. She has been gone for too long.“ Manilyn, can you please go to the restroom to check on Danielle. She's been there for a long time already. If I'm not mistaken, it's almost 40 minutes. “ Anthony approached Manilyn in a secret manner and whispered her something.Manilyn nodded and walked normally into the restroom. She opened all the toilet rooms but she failed to see Danielle. Her heart began to beat fast when she saw a diamond earring which was Danielle's.“ Oh my God!” She blurted in horror. She ran back to Anthony and whispered what she found out.Seeing his furious face, everyone backed out. Anthony took the microphone.“ Everyone, thank you for coming and joining us in celebrating the baptism of my children. But I’m sorry to tell all of you that I need to end this event now because something urgent came up!” Anthony stood in the crowd with a proud face

  • Passionate heart    Chapter 44: An Ominous Presence

    Anthony reached out his hand to her face. “ I love you more!” Then he kissed her back.Although Josh and Johnson had their presence in the hotel, Danielle focused on her husband. She felt sorry for them but she cares more about her husband. The love she had for her husband was much stronger than what she felt for them. The night seemed so long. When they finished eating, they went out of the hotel and went for a walk in a nearby garden park.They walked hand in hand while their bodyguards were just following them wherever they go. It's for Danielle's safety.“ Honey, it's been a long time and we haven't talked about the twins baptism. Although they are legitimate and registered with your name, it's important for them to be recognized too in God's presence. Don't you think so too?” Danielle leaned her head on his broad shoulder.“ You’re right, my love. How about next week? I'll arrange everything

  • Passionate heart    Chapter 43: You're the only one

    Meanwhile, Johnson and Josh were not feeling comfortable. They were both worried about Danielle's safety. They both knew that the culprit is not yet found and captured. They were afraid that the culprit or the mastermind of her misfortune might chase her again.Josh was at a photoshoot for his next upcoming single but it can be seen in his facial expression that he was not at ease. He called Johnson whom Danielle referred to as her personal friend and doctor.“ Hi! Is this Doctor Johnson?” Josh asked when a man's voice answered his call.“ Yes! May I know who is calling?” Johnson asked deliberately.“ I'm Josh De Dios. I was wondering if I could have a private talk with you about Danielle. Can we meet at six in the evening at Marbles Hotel? It's really important. “ Josh was straight forward.“ Sure! I'll be there since I'm near the area. See you then , Mister De Dios.” Johnson announced before he end up the call.Who is Josh De Dios to

  • Passionate heart    Chapter 42: An illusion

    At dinner time, Anthony with his family was having a hearty meal. The twins were so happy to see their father smiling with no pretence.“ Mama, I want the fried fish. “ Nympha wanted to have Danielle's attention.“ Sure, my angel!” Danielle grabbed and sliced a piece of fish meat and placed it on Nympha’s plate.“ Mama, can I have the chicken curry?” Daniel smiled and pointed at the dish near her mother.Obediently, Danielle grabbed a piece of chicken and placed it on her son's plate.Marilyn was just smiling and enjoying her meal at the same time. She just let Danielle do what she wants with the children. After all, they have a lot of catch up to do.On the other hand, Anthony displayed an annoyed face when the twins tried to get Danielle's attention all the time. He peeled some shrimp and placed on Danielle's plate. Danielle would pick the shrimp and put it on her mouth, chewed it and swallowed it leisurely. She was not fond of seafood but

  • Passionate heart    Chapter 41 Greedy Old Man

    Inside the mansion, Danielle was holding both her children in her hands while Anthony was standing next to her. Everyone in the mansion rejoiced when they saw Danielle came back especially Marilyn.“ Aunt Marilyn, look! Mama’s home!” Daniel shouted happily.Delighted to see her dearest friend, Marilyn smiled and had a teary eyes.Danielle went to her and gave her a warm hug. “ How have you been my dear friend?”“ You, silly girl! I missed you!” Marilyn cried as she embraced her back.“ I missed you too!” Danielle patted Marilyn’s back.When their bodies parted, Anthony pulled Danielle closer to him. Danielle was a bit shocked.“ That's enough!” Anthony aggressively looked at Danielle.“ Well... That was unexpected from you! Why so being too possessive? Did something happened along your way?” Marilyn was certainly teasing both of them.“ It's none of your business. Go back to your work and take the kids with you. “ Ant

  • Passionate heart    Chapter 39 A battle between two men

    Bewildered on what's going on, Josh went straight to them with a furrowed eyebrows. Confusion can be seen from his face.“ Danielle, what's happening here?” He innocently asked.Hearing a man's voice calling Danielle's name, Anthony guessed that he must have something to do with his wife. Anthony looked at Josh with pride and authority. “ Who are you?”Feeling the intensity between the two men, Danielle leaned to look at Josh.“ Josh, let me introduce you my husband. He is Anthony Gregor and these kids are my children. “ Danielle courageously said the truth.It was a shock at first to Josh but he still wanted to take away Danielle from them. It may sound selfish but Danielle was his happiness.“ Let me correct you, my love. These kids are our children. “ Anthony's voice was firm and had a hint of warning on how he looked at Josh. He held Danielle's hand firmly in his palm while the

More Chapters
Explore and read good novels for free
Free access to a vast number of good novels on GoodNovel app. Download the books you like and read anywhere & anytime.
Read books for free on the app
SCAN CODE TO READ ON APP
DMCA.com Protection Status