CHAPTER 67

HMH-67

"Why are you in a hurry?" nabiglang tanong ni Xander kay Yanna matapos niyang magpaalam sa mga ito. "Is it an emergency?"

"No, it's just that my friend needs me in a hurry. I'm sorry if I spoil your day. But I badly needed to see her." Ani Yanna sabay dampot ng kanyang shoulder bag. Lumapit sa mga magulang at isa-isang humalik dito bilang pamamaalam. "I'm really sorry. Maybe I will make it up to you later."

"Okay. Just take care of yourself. Our enemy is still in there waiting to have their chance," paalala ng kanyang ama.

"Why don't you want us to come with you?"

"Yes, Dad. Thanks for reminding me. Anyway, you don't need to worry about me. Hindi naman na ako baby para palaging bantayan.I can be with myself. I can take care of myself."

"Yeah. But we're not sure about the other side."

"Dad! Okay naman po ako. As you can see, wala naman nangyari sa akin, 'di ba?"

"Sure! Sure! But make sure, Xander is with you, okay?"

"Dad? No! I can manage myself alone. Saka naabala ko na