Love between doctor and student

---

"Angie, get up already or you'll be late for school," Mama shouted. I woke up immediately and headed straight to the bathroom to wash up and brush my teeth.

Afterward, I went to the kitchen and saw Mama preparing food. "Go ahead and eat, then take a shower after," she said. I just nodded before eating.

I'm Angie Khale Novestra, the most beautiful girl in the world, just kidding. I'm eighteen years old, in grade 12, and about to go to college soon. My mom works at a café, and she's a single mother.

Yes, a single mother. Mama said my dad left her when she was pregnant with me. I don't know if I should be angry or sad about what Papa did. Wherever Papa is, he's probably happy with his new family now.

After eating, I quickly took a shower. In a few minutes, I was done and dressed in my uniform, carrying my bag downstairs to wear my shoes.

"Angie, here's your 500 pesos allowance. Sorry if this is all I can give you for now. You know we're tight on money, and my salary from work is not enough. I hope you understand, especially since your dad left us," Mama said, her eyes teary. I hugged Mama tightly when I saw her crying.

"Don't worry, even though Dad left us and went to another family, I'm still here, and I won't leave you. Even if I'm stubborn and mischievous, I still do well in school," I said, breaking the hug.

"Yes, even though you're a stubborn and mischievous kid, I'm still proud of you for doing well in school. Just remember what I told you, even though I forbid you from having a boyfriend, don't rush into having one," Mama said, and I nodded.

"Someone's at the door, Ate Sonya," we heard a knock. I recognized the voice immediately. When Mama opened the door, I saw Ashley standing outside.

Ashley and I have been friends since we were kids, and we're still friends now. We never fight about anything, not even about crushes or anything else.

"Good morning, Ate Sonya, hi Angie," I quickly interrupted Mama and said goodbye, telling Mama that we're leaving so we won't be late for school.

Ashley and I always go to school together. "Do you have money with you?" she asked. I nodded in response. "How much?" she asked again.