Chapter 21

The next day, I left for Manila. Cole drove me again but I was alone when I got to my apartment.

I didn’t expect the landlady to meet me with her forehead furrowed and holding her big belly.

“Two weeks ago the rent was due, hija. I’m about to give birth, I need the money, I hope you understand…”

My grip tightened on the door knob. I haven’t even been able to enter, yet, another problem will confront me.

I sighed and nodded softly, “I’m sorry, Celly, I’ll just send it to your house when I have money.”

“Oh, when will that be?”

I scratched my eye because I didn’t know what to answer. Honestly I have really nothing right now. I left the rest of my money with mama, I didn’t spend it on the trip because Cole answered that. The only thing left for me is the fare to the Rockwell building.

“I’ll take a look…”

As planned, I went