We immediately went back after we played. “Oh, did his mom send you a text message already?” I asked as I sat next to her.

“Not yet—“ Her phone suddenly vibrated, the reason for her to quickly check it.

“What did she say?” She didn’t utter a word, she was just biting her lower lip so I grabbed her phone from her hand.

From Madam Nessy: Alyana, I’m sorry but it looks like I’ll be home tomorrow. Please take good care of Nash. Don’t worry, I’ll bring you pasalubong once I get back. And I know you know that I trust you in everything more than anyone. And also, don’t...