"Yes, Doctor Dani, this son of mine wants to study abroad. It is also for his future. "I could hear Doctor Dani and his patient talking.

"That is nice! Studying abroad is another good alternative. Barely a few are bestowed the privilege to study abroad. "Doctor Dani's recommendation.

Eventually, after checking up by Doctor Dani, the patient came out of the infirmary.

"Eve, how many more patients do I still have outside?" He asked me.

"Just one more. I will call her." My simple response.

I stood up. Then I called the last patient.

She entered Doctor Dani's clinic.

"Uncle Dani!" And the patient smooched Doctor Dani on his cheek.

"Nina, why are you alone?" Doctor Dani seems to be looking for someone.

"I just want to bring this to you. We just arrived from Milan. This is my present for you, Uncle Dani. "And the woman handed over the paper bag she was carrying.

This woman is glamorous and enchanting. I noticed that she is a well-off woman but she seems to be tender and kind.

She frequently smirks. And she mumbled softly.

Milan? Abroad?

Why do some people gush to get what they prefer? There are people who no longer struggle for their trances. There are people out there who have everything they desire.

There are people who no longer need to plead for their wish to be fulfilled. There are people born fortunate.

And sadly to say, there are also people born dreadful.

And probably I am one of those hard-luck people in the universe.

I am Everlee Legazpi. I have nothing to be proud of in my vitality. I do not even know how to bring up myself.

I am a restless woman. I am not vibrant enough to glare and slump prettily each day.

I am twenty-four years old but I have not graduated with a college degree yet.

I attained my freshmen year but was not able to keep going with my course.

Mom could not afford to expend for my education.

She is independent in racing me. She is also a sallow woman.

She is Loleen Legazpi. I did not know my Dad. But Mama's devotion and care were adequate for me not to be inquisitive.

I got full support and compassion from my mother. So I will struggle hard for her. As long as I can.

I am the secretary at the infirmary of Dr. Danilo Rivero. He is a Cardiologist. He is aged so I cannot abandon him.

He is sixty-three years old but a promising physician. Ever since I graduated high school I have served with him.

So Doctor Dani is likely a father to me. He is considerate to me. To reciprocate his kindness, I am still working in his infirmary and I am initiatively assisting him.

"Hello there!" Suddenly the beautiful woman said as she moved toward me.

"Hello, Madam!" I said gleaming.

Maybe she is in her thirties. But it is not apparent yet because she is really lovely and self-conscious.

She is trendy and fine-looking.

"How nice of you! You are pretty." She has surprisingly complimented me.

"Madam, thank you!" that is all I could assert.

"That is credible, you can be a celebrity. People would love to watch you on the screen. Your loveliness is tremendous.

Here! " she praised me again and put something on my table.

"Oh! Thank you for this." I stood up as I thanked her.

"That is really for you! Uncle Dani, I will get going! See you around!"And she finally left with a smile.

"She is a brilliant woman! She is so tolerant too." I was suddenly taken aback.

"She and her husband are considerate. Then you know, Eve, what she said is genuine. You can be a celebrity. "Doctor Dani mumbled too.

"I know you are tolerant to me. But do not bully me, Doctor Dani." I still shuddered.

"You should proceed with your studies. Did you not dream of being an Anchorwoman?

Oops! Such faces are good to watch on television. "He chuckled.

"I am aged. I am already twenty -four years old.

Maybe when I complete my course, I will not be accepted as an Anchorwoman.

They would rather accept fresher talents. "I laughed a little.

"It is not just about the looks. Not just about the age.

I know, you are promising. You are the one who prepares my speech when I attended a seminar, right?

I am sorry if I cannot support your studies. " his face was depressed.

"Doctor Dani, I am not your obligation. Then you have four children.

You are a widower. Your children need you. "I tapped his shoulder.

"It is ample for me that you deal with me like your own child," I added.

"Thank you, Eve and you are not vacating me. All right, go home. I know you are exhausted. You also need to rest for your other job. "He ordered.

I am delighted with my life even though it is complicated. I am withstanding each day!

That is a godsend and a miracle from heaven.

"Mom! Mom!" I yelled at her when I got home.

Maybe she came out.

I go straight to the bedroom. I unwrapped the paper bag the wonderful woman had bestowed me earlier.

"Wow!" I suddenly uttered when I opened the box inside.

Is she serious about giving this to me? Or did she just make a mistake?

I found a necklace inside the box. Its chain is too thin.

It is made of Gold!

Is it real gold? Probably not.

Why would she give me real gold?

It has a heartbeat pendant. I put it on and I glanced in the mirror.

"It is impressive! Indeed so beautiful!" I admire the necklace.

"Hhhmmm who gave you that? Is it Luigi?" Mom suddenly mumbled.

"Mom, Luigi is just my friend." I confronted her.

"Do you mean, you have another lover or you already have a boyfriend?" she patted my shoulder.

"Nothing! I have not thought about having a boyfriend yet.

The patient gave it earlier. She is a woman. She went home from a trip abroad. "I clarified.

Mom glared at the necklace. She used to work in a pawnshop. So she knows about jewelry.

"Wow! This one is real gold. That woman is very kind.

You deserve it, Everlee, you are adorable too, dear! "And she let go of the necklace pendant.

"Why would she give me a real gold necklace? I do not know who she is? But she praised me earlier. She said I am beautiful. "I giggled.

"You are really beautiful, Eve."Mom caressed my chin.

"Of course, I got it from you." I hugged her.

But the truth is, I do not look like Mom. Mom is gorgeous especially maybe when she was young.

She possessed a Filipina beauty. But for me, I do not look like a pure Filipina.

My skin is pinkish-white and smooth. My nose is pointed. My lips are narrow and cherry-red. I have lengthy blonde twirly hair. And my eyes were not black. They are brownish-green.

Various people ask if I have contact lenses. But not really. I cannot afford contact lenses by this time of my life.

I think, my father is a foreigner. There is nothing written on my birth certificate so I have no notion.

I also did not meet Mom's relatives.

My mother is very confidential. But I am overwhelmed that I grew up with my Mom.

She did her very best to raise me!

My mother is not affluent but she is still the best for me.

My life is not effortless but I still feel fortunate.