“Master Alem? He went to the city to speak with the one responsible for the Department of Agriculture,” ang tugon ng butler.
“But why aren’t you with him?” takang tanong ni Zoie rito. Alam niyang lagi itong nakabuntot sa amo para may madaling utusan ang binata.
“He told me to look out for you, and here you are,” ang tugon nito.
Natigilan naman siya. Napahinto na rin lang si Lihau.
Hindi niya inasahan ang sagot ng butler.
“How many are affected?” ang tanong niya sa kausap.
“Look, Zoie. You’re not supposed to even get out of the house, and you should not ask me that question. I’m sure Master Alem will tell you later. The cowboys and handlers will take care of the cattle. So, you just have to wait there for the news,” mahaba-habang paliwanag ng butler sa kaniya. Halatang gusto lang nito
