It was New Year’s Eve.
Thaz spent it with Quila and her whole family. She just got discharged from the hospital a few days before.
His heart was heavy as he would leave the following day to go back to London. He had to face his problems once and for all. Although he still had no idea when he could come back for Quila, he hoped it would not take long. His decision to leave already broke his heart. If only he could take and resolve all these matters without going back, he would.
Some of Quila’s relatives were having fun with fireworks and firecrackers outside their house. The loudness of the explosions varied, depending on the type of pyrotechnics.
“Hoy! Ayaw mo pasagad anang kuwitis tawon kay basin mangasunog ta! (Hey! Take care of those rocket fireworks or you’ll set us on fire!)” Qui
