(That evening)
Morena: Miguel, You're back early. How was school today?
Miguel: It was alright.
Morena: That's good.
Miguel: I feel bad....
Morena: For what?
Miguel: Well, Because of me, You had to drop out of school so I could get an education.
Morena: Awwnn Miguel, It's not your fault. God will surely make a way. Now go and shower and after that, Go get something to eat.
(Later)
(Mr Castillo returns home)
Morena: Welcome home Dad.
Mr Castillo: (sadly) Thank you...
Miguel: What's the matter Dad? You look unhappy?
Mr Castillo: I got fired today.
Morena: (shocked) What?
Mr Castillo: My boss fired me because I was late for work.
Morena: I'm sorry Dad
Mr Castillo: Its alright my dear. Where there is life, There is hope.
Miguel: Speaking of hope, My teacher, Mrs Ninel told me about a scholarship exam.
Mr Castillo: What scholarship exam?
Miguel: My school is giving out scholarship exams to students and Mrs Ninel wants me to apply for it. If I pass it, I'll get a scholarship.
Mr Castillo: This is good news. I want you to apply for it, And I know that definitely, You'll pass it.
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(Later)
(Morena goes to visit her friend, Diego)
Morena: Hey Diego.
Diego: Hey Morena, What's the matter? You look glum.
Morena: My Dad just lost his job.
Diego: Ohhh, That's bad.
Morena: I just pray he gets a new one quickly... Ever since I dropped out of school, It hasn't been easy for me. I wish I could get a job to assist my dad but to get a job is very hard here in Balacar.
Diego: Everything will be fine one day.
Morena: I hope. That reminds me, Can my younger brother come here to study? We have no money to pay the electricity bill.
Diego: That's not a problem. He can come here anytime.
Morena: Thank you.
Diego: Anytime...
Morena: So how're things going with you and your rich girlfriend?
Diego: It's alright.
(Just then, Someone knocks on the door)
Diego: I'll go open it.
(Diego goes to open the door and it's his girlfriend - Isabella)
Isabella: Hey Baby! (pecks his cheeks) How've you been?
Diego: I'm good. Come in.
Isabella: Oh definitely. (She enters the house and sees Morena) Hey Guttersnipe! What're you doing in my boyfriend's house?
Morena: Just so you know, He's also my best friend.
Isabella: Hmmm, Right. Because no other person would want to associate themselves with you, You're basically as poor as the word "poor".
Diego: Isabella stop it!
Isabella: Whatever. (Takes out a bag) I bought something for you, Pizza and ice cream. (looks at Morena scornfully) Because I can afford it.
Diego: Ooohh thanks.
Morena: Uhhh, I'll be taking my leave now. (To Diego)
Bye!
Diego: So soon? But you just came.
Morena: I just remembered I have work to do at home. See you later.
(She leaves them)
Isabella: What did she want?
Diego: She just came to see me.
Isabella: Well I don't appreciate that girl being around you. Her poorness might be contagious.
Diego: (warningly) Isabella...
Isabella: Sorry....Anyways, Let's eat!
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(Next Day)
Miguel: Good morning Mrs Ninel. I came to tell you that my father has agreed for me to apply for the scholarship exam.
Mrs Ninel: That's good. The exam will commence in a week time. I hope you'll be prepared.
Miguel: Definitely Mrs Ninel. I'll start studying.
Mrs Ninel: And one more thing, The form costs $100, And you'll have to get it by tomorrow.
Miguel: Okay Mrs Ninel.
(That night)
Morena: Miguel, Go call Dad, Tell him dinner's ready.
Miguel: Okay.
(Seconds later)
Mr Castillo: What're we having for dinner?
Morena: Spaghetti and sausages.
Mr Castillo: Oooh, Yummy.
Miguel: Dad, I need to talk to you about something.
Mr Castillo: Well you can tell me anything.
Miguel: It's about the scholarship. The form costs $100 and tomorrow's the deadline to get it.
Mr Castillo: (sighs) Alright (takes out his wallet) Here's the money. This is last money I have, Keep it very well.
Miguel: I will (hugs him) Thank you so much Dad!
(Just then, They hear creaking noises)
Miguel: What was that?
Morena: I don't know....
Mr Castillo: Morena, Did you close the front door?
Morena: I told Miguel to close it.
Miguel: What? I thought you closed it!
Morena: No I didn't!!!
(Just then, Armed robbers invade their house)
Armed Robber 1: Everybody get down!!!
(Mr Castillo, Morena and Miguel lay on the floor as the robbers point their gun at them)
Morena: (screams) Please don't hurt us!
Armed Robber 1: I won't, Just as long as everyone cooperates. (To Mr Castillo) Bring out all the money in this house!
Mr Castillo: Please we don't have any money.
Armed Robber 1: You're lying. (To the other robbers) Go search around the house!
Robbers: Yes Boss.
(Few minutes later)
Robber: Boss, There's nothing in there.
Armed Robber 1: Ugh, You're just as poor as a church rat. I guess we have no other choice (To the other robbers) Blow the old man's head off!
(The other robber cocks his gun at Mr Castillo)
Miguel: NO WAIT!!!
(The robbers look at Miguel)
Miguel: I have $100 with me, It's the last money we have.
(The robbers snatch the money from him)
Armed Robber 1: (To Mr Castillo) You got lucky, Old man.
(The robbers leave the house)