JACOB HELD ME in a tight embrace. Even though I only overheard his conversation with Mrs.
Ausejo, and her accusations were not directed to me, my heart still hurts for Ate Charissa. I
know that my friend has a pure heart. She definitely does not deserve to be spoken ill of.
How did Mrs. Ausejo come up with those nasty things? She treated Ate Charissa worse than
a parasite. All my maid wanted was to help her family. What's so wrong with that? Her job is
decent, and it pays well. There are excellent benefits in what she does, and she gets free
boarding. On top of it, I'm not a bad boss. I do things myself as much as possible.
"I'm sorry about that. Mama has always looked down on housemaids," Jacob explained
regretfully. He looked down, and I can't help but feel bad for him as well. H
