Chapter 62

( Two years later: Miles away from the capital. Araith.)

" I'm almost done!" Serena called out to the old lady standing at the porch of her house, straining to see if she had finished spreading out her clothes. She had offered to help her wash when she saw her washing in front of her house since they were neighbors. Pouring the soapy water away, she placed the basin in a dry spot. she walked towards the lady, a contented look on her face..

" Thank you so much, love. " She said, her voice filled with gratitude. Serena smiled back, shrugging it off.

" It's nothing. It's normal for me to help you Clara. You've done so much for me." Serena said, smiling.

The older lady held her hands, squeezing them gently and pulling her closer. " Still, you're doing so much for me." Her eyes misted. " Oh, why don't you come in and have some biscuits? I baked some yesterday." Clara offered, gesturing inside.

" I would but I still have things to do. Maybe later in the aft