CHAP 26

I've visited a lot of farms and plantations, but I'm still in awe of where Zachary took me. Unconsciously, my lips curled into a smile, and I gradually closed my eyes when the cool breeze hit my face. I felt like I was being pulled into an abyss—no problems, feeling safe and secure. There are trees and plants around, as well as various animals that roam freely throughout the area.

"Dito ka muna kay Nanay Victoria. Tutulungan ko lang sina Mang Pidong sa panunungkit ng niyog," paalam sa akin ni Zachary.

Wala naman akong nagawa kundi tumango na lamang. Inayos niya muna ang dala niyang mat at inilatag sa malapad na upuan na gawa sa kawayan. Pinagpagan niya iyon saka inilagay sa isang gilid ang inihanda niyang basket kanina sa bahay.

"I prepared some sandwiches and snacks in case you get hungry," he said.

"Okay," tipid kong sagot at inilibot ang paningin sa paligid.

"Do you want to tour around?" pag-iimbita niya.

Napakunot naman ang noo ko. "Akala ko ba tutulong ka kay Mang Pidong?"

"Well,