1996, during the beautiful twilight on the western horizon. She was born after h

s to determine the baby's gender. However, the elders in the family, her maternal grandmother in par

Consequently, the family prepared a name for a boy. But, when the baby was born, it turn

his wife while cradling the tiny baby. He was enchanted by the hues of

ie laughed heartily, remembering the amusing inci

mplete baby girl is born." Her initial response was dumbfounde

oke wisely. He, a man whose face reflected patience and responsibility, was filled with love for his f

till absorbed in the euphoria of the birth of their first daughter, and three years of waiting had finally paid off with

. They would love the baby no matter the gender. Aft

even deaths. Many elderly neighbors expressed superstitions about preparing too many baby items. Therefore, they only prepared a little. I

and enthusiasm, symbolizing adventure, optimism, self-confidence, and social skills. This was becau

affection from her parents and extended family since childhood. She

ws, seemed to take many things away from Celine. She suddenly had to sleep alone in a separate room from her parents. Her mother rare

ster. But, as they grew older, mutual understanding and affection developed due t

evous, and overly spoiled. They named the second daughter Gina hoping she would be a sweet and obedient gentle girl. When they discovered that Gina

insisted when their father bought bunk beds for the two of them, replacing C

made their mother angry. As they grew older, Celine and Gina began facing economic difficulties. Mr. Felix's welding workshop recei

op for their store stock. She preferred being sent to shop rather than managing the store because, according to her, dealing with b

like Celine when she heard some teasing from neighbors during jokes. After a few months of applying here and there, Celine finally recei

performance bonuses whenever her team reached production targets. She also felt comfortable with the work environment. As the newest and youngest employee,

every payday to shop for their store stock. She often secretly tucked some money into her father's shirt pocket, usually hung in front of the prayer r

ire to continue to college. She promised to help with the financing. She had a personal savings account that could

er couldn't. She gradually changed, becoming more respectful to Ce

y. The pampered girl wasn't convincing enough to be allowed to live in a boarding hou

" Celine warned one day when the family listene

ression, stood upright,

! I'll

a joke, she thought. Mr. Felix and Mrs. Maggie shook their heads and sometimes joi

tion to work and Gina's pursuit of higher education brought a sense of pride to their pa

ar. She managed to secure a supervisory position, overseeing a team in the production line. He

ster to a college student changed her personality. She became more independent and re

, would occasionally visit Gina at the university, ensuring she adapted well and managed her studies. Gina

hat left Gina speechless. She knew her sister had saved up for month

your studies," Celine said, her eyes re

ts and staying connected with Celine. It symbolized a material possession and

ly competent and socially adept, making friends quickly and actively participatin

share one evening. She had been selected as a university re

th pride. "See, I told

ement, and Celine couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions-pride in Gina's suc

's achievements. She had become a silent supporter, offering guidance

her career, earning promotions and recognition for her dedication. Gina, armed with her account

ne's role evolved from protector to confidante, and Gina, in her newfound

owth into remarkable women. Through their journeys, they discovered that sisterhood was a matter o

isterhood that transcended the ordinary, leaving an indeli