”Congratulations, Ms. Hartz. You are hired.”

My eyes widened a fraction. The hiring manager’s words didn’t sink into me yet. When she stood up offering her hand for a hand-shake, I stood immediately and shook her hand back.

She showered me praises and all I did was to say how grateful I am. I’m just so relieved that just after a month of graduating, I was able to find a job already. My son would be so happy.

I dialled Pierce’s number and checked the time peeking to my wristwatch. ...