The Promise

flickered on the streets of Southern Californ

ng about the struggles he was plagued with. Luis recently lost his job as a waiter in an exquisite restaurant after he s

r sigh of frustration, he glanced at his wa

ved wife. Luis has embraced his ill-fated life and was ready for whatever nature had for him. Not even the penny he previously earned fro

d. He wasn't sure of his destination but was hoping to step out and find a job to support his home. Despite graduating with good grades, Luis still couldn't find a better job, and now his daughter Cyn

rrowing his gaze at the dusty and over-patched faded pair of shoes, Luis nodded his head in s

filled with wonders,” Surprised to see

to attend? Let me guess, this Is the 5th one for the month. Gosh! I lost count!” Placing her hands below her jaw, Cynthia wailed

you. I feel so disappointed in myself. I have failed you and Mom,” Cynthia br

ould be happening. Maybe your mom would still be alive. You know how difficult

a replied, wondering why her father reminded her of the pa

is replied, wrapping his

ember, we've got less than 3 weeks to renew the rent. Do we fold our arms while we get kicked out?

hurt,” Hugging her father passionately, Cynthia kissed his forehea

heard a loud knock on the door. Immediately,

mething…" Cynthia halted after seeing her boyfriend, Ki

aware you were coming. What if my father sees you here?

estination. So you see, I'm safe,” Kingsley teased and gestured inside. 28, tall

ile I go get you something to eat,” Cynt

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lked about.” Panicking like a toddler, Luis quest

he cops to have you arrested. I wanna alight. You can keep the balance. I don't fucking need it anymore,” Danny screamed his lungs out, yet the cab driver was muted and unmoved. He

ng. She can't handle the trauma of losing both parents in a year.” Luis begged. His vo

he fuck out of my cab,” authoritatively, th

Luis stuttered

I'm not afraid of going back there. I've got nothing to lose, but you?” Pointing a gun at Luis, the cab driver threatened. With immediate effect, Luis obeyed and handed the cab driver everything he had,

peed in his panties. He watched helplessly as the c

from here?” Bewi