Through this benefactor, my mother learned something new-that having an education opened the door to better jobs and bigger paychecks. The next day, she marched Subject One to school. She stormed into the principal's office in tears, wailing dramatically, "Even if I have to beg on the streets, my daughter will go to school!" ---- The audience watching this scene on the big screen was visibly moved. Some even whispered their admiration. Iremained silent, my smile unwavering. "That poor woman," someone murmured, "to sacrifice so much for her daughter." "She may have hit her daughter, but those were just desperate acts born of financial pressure," another commented. "At least she recognizes the importance of education now. She's trying her best." The screen continued to play out the simulation. On Subject One's first day of school, she happened to arrive during the flag-raising ceremony. My mother, as if on cue, collapsed dramatically on the school's athletic field, sobbing and pleading with the teachers to take special care of her daughter. "T'm poor, but my heart is rich," she cried, grabbing at one teacher's pants. ---- Unable to fully grasp what was happening, Subject One mimicked her, clutching at the teacher's trousers with equal fervor. The teachers, flustered, handed over donations to make her leave. Only then did my mother finally stand up, dusting herself off with an air of triumph. Patting Subject One's back, she declared, "What I did today, humiliating myself in front of everyone, was for you. Remember this when you grow up. Don't forget the debt you owe me." The audience watching grew quiet, uneasy. After a long pause, someone finally spoke. "You know, people who don't care about saving face often get further in life. Pride can hold you back." "Maybe Subject One will overcome everything and succeed," another ventured hesitantly. The murmurs of agreement were sparse. Most simply cast sympathetic glances in my direction. I thought back to my own childhood. My mother's Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!