Chapter 39

“Manila?” I asked and I know that place and that it is far from our province. I heard from other people here in our province that you’ll earn a big amount of money in that place. 

If I go there, I might continue my study and earn money at the same time. 

“What do you think Justine, you’ll earn a lot of money there.” Mrs. Gladice said and tapped my shoulder while she genuinely smiled in front of me. 

“I’ll ask my mother first and I’ll instantly head to your house if she lets me go,” I shyly said and nodded at her. 

“You should talk to your mother right now because I’ll be leaving tomorrow. If she lets you go with me then let’s go together, tomorrow.” she said. 

I nodded and headed home even though I hadn't sold any of my rice cakes. I ran to our house and looked for my mother. “Ma!