Chapter VI : The Rose Apple Tree
The next morning, Jamrus talks about his rose apple tree. The tree is special for him. Back in 1989, a storm passed through the village and destroyed everything they had. Nothing was left, except this tree that remained strong.
Jamrus: lt grew new leaves. When l saw it l realized that if a tree didn’t give up, then why should l as a human being give up so easily? That inspired me to do whatever it took to return my farm back to how you see it is today.
Under the rose apple tree, Sompit tells Jamrus about her son’s plans. But then, she wants to stay with him. Jamrus jokingly asks if that’s a proposal. She says yes, if that’s what he wants. Jamrus disproves. No, a woman should never propose. It’s a man’s job. Well, he’s just a farmer. He has no riches to give, but he grows the sweetest apple in the world. Maybe, it’s enough to be the dowry? Sompit cries some happy tears.
BINABASA MO ANG
Best Of Times
RomanceHere we have two couples (young and old). While the older ones want to hold on to their memories, the younger however, wants to forget. Ahhh, life with all its heartbreaking ironies.
