We were both pregnant by my husband. My mother-in-law told: “Whoever has a son

Clarissa’s baby was a girl.The festive atmosphere in the Dela Cruz household quickly turned somber. The family, who had openly celebrated the anticipated arrival of a male heir, was thrown into disarray. The grand plans for a lavish welcome evaporated, and the garlands that adorned the house were swiftly removed. In an instant, the child who was expected to secure the family’s legacy became a symbol of disappointment.

Aling Corazon, who had been so vocal about the importance of a male grandchild, was reportedly inconsolable. The community, which had been invited to witness the grand celebration, became spectators to the family’s shame. The news spread quickly, revealing the superficial values that the Dela Cruz family held dear.