Chapter 63

I sat on the bamboo chair outside the house where Kalvis and I stayed while we were here, when we returned to the orphanage. I straightened my toes and massaged my thighs. Today is a tiring day.

We did our tasks today, although tiring, and I am happy because I know we helped the orphanage. We did such a great job today; at least we rendered our hands for the welfare of the kids. Just thinking that we only have a few more days to stay here makes me sad. I fell in love with the children and with Ester, Andoy, and other volunteers. I felt like they already belonged in my heart.

I remember what he said when he was sick. I thought that what he said was just a result of his illness, but then I confirmed today that he meant what he said. I am the woman he says is his dream. I couldn't believe that at first, but because of the backstory he told me, I can see the happenings, and he was real with his feelings.

He walked straight in, and I heard the sound of water falling from the faucet into th