CHAPTER 34: THE SILENT BATTLE CRY

Sally's POV

Yup. I was able to tell mom about what I am doing around town. I confessed that I am going to the library to learn how to read. I can see that she's teary-eyed by just looking at me.

"I'm so sorry dear. I never knew how you badly wanted to read and learn. I am so sorry that I never had time to teach you what you need to learn more."

"Mom, I understand. You're busy and you need to earn a living for both of us."

"You know what? I am lucky to have...