AIDAN I stood in the middle of the room with my phone pressed to my ear as Grandfather's stern voice came through the line. "Aidan, I heard about the brawl with Lieutenant Morales inside the camp earlier," my grandfather said in a serious tone. "What happened?" Before I could explain, the door opened, and Faye walked in. Her eyes met mine, and her expression turned cold. I quickly ended the call. "Grandfather, I'll call you back later." I turned to Faye, opening my arms for a hug, but she stepped back, her face twisted in disgust. Inutusan niya akong maligo. She pinched her nose shut after telling me that I was dirty and that I smelled terrible. I was taken aback. I asked her what was wrong, but she cut me off, her voice firm. Ang baho ko daw. I was confused and bewildered. Inamoy

