Once upon a time, there was this lad named Rodrigo, who is so eager to help his poor parents. He then decided to leave his family for a while to work for a filthy-rich businessman, Ahab. But Ahab was a very clever man. He made Rodrigo believe that he could get his salary bigger for a one-year period of work; however, Rodrigo didn't get anything. He only hoped that he could get it in bigger amount. Yet, his waiting didn't paid off. When Rodrigo talked to Ahab again and asked for his salary, the adroit man got mad, fired him and gave him only two pesos for his two-years of sweat. Along the way, he saw an old lady, whom so very tired and famished. No doubt, Rodrigo helped the old woman, and bought her food to eat and gave the last money he had. Then, the old lady gave something to Rodrigo in return. A violin, which he'll find out to be magical later on... This Tagalog book includes English translation at the back. |
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