The sun was blazing overhead, but Jayden hardly noticed. This was the day of his graduation as Summa Cum Laude from a prestigious university. Beside him stood his parents—Mang Karyo and Aling Ising—holding a worn woven bag and a small hand fan.

Then came the moment everyone had been waiting for—the introduction of the “Mystery Donor” who funded the school’s new 10-story Science and Technology Building.

The Dean walked onto the stage with great enthusiasm.

“Ladies and gentlemen, we are honored to have with us today the generous couple who donated 50 million pesos for our new facilities. They specifically requested anonymity until today. Please welcome, Mr. Macario and Mrs. Narcisa Santos!”

The entire auditorium burst into applause.

Mrs. Villaflor looked around, searching for VIP guests dressed in coats and ties. She expected someone to step out of a luxury car.

But no one came forward.

“Mr. and Mrs. Santos?” the Dean called again.