“In the midst of her escape, Maria stumbled upon a forgotten relic—an old beeper—that buzzed to life, bridging the past and present, and sparking a connection she never saw coming.”
~ Zoë Kaià

Maria chose Camarines Sur as her refuge from her persistent writer’s block. She needed a break, a change of scenery, and the warmth of familiar faces. Her Aunties, Menchie and Dorothy, welcomed her with open arms.

“How’s my godchild? Are you okay? You look like you’ve lost some weight,” Auntie Menchie said, her brow furrowed with concern.

Maria gave her a tired smile. “I’m okay, Auntie, just dealing with some writer’s block.”

“Yeah, Menchie is right,” Aunt Dorothy chimed in, eyeing Maria closely. “You do look like you’ve lost weight. Are you eating properly?”

Maria sighed, touched by their concern. “Aw, my aunties are the...