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Short Stories
Kayagkag
A poor fisherman’s fishtrap becomes an instrument for success of an ambitious daughter who lifts her parents from a life of poverty.
Kadtong iyang higala
Inting, now a doctor, is saddened to read the news of Eping’s death. He recalls their student days and how his friend, who was a gambler, made him win the money he used to finish his studies.
Dinaugdaug sa palad
Parental opposition sends a young man to Hawaii. Back home, the girl ge left lies dying.
Samad sa ilalum sa ulat
After her wedding to another man, Meding writes a letter to Ben, the man who taught her how to love.
Nagmulto
An indictment against lavish fiestas, this story tells of the murder of a man who set a campaign against fiestas. His ghost haunts the murderers.
Tumoy sa akong pagsalig
In anger, a man kills his girl and his friend after the two betrayed his trust.
Saha sa saging
A girl who made a vow to lead a virtuous life falls for a married man and suffers degradation like her mother did.
Luyo sa mga katahap
Inting and Noning promise to take each other’s life in case one turns unfaithful. Coming back from Mindanao, he hears from his parents of her faithlessness. Being ignored completely, she attempts to kill herself.
