He said,
“We are truly indebted to you, thank you very much, sir.”
James nodded and replied politely,
“There is nothing to thank you for. It is only natural that people will stand by each other.”
The atmosphere inside the house was gradually becoming calm. The hot steam of the tea, the cool air coming through the window, and the flowers swaying in the courtyard outside, all combined to create a kind of peace.
Outside, the sun had set a little lower. The golden light was spreading softly around. The flowers in the yard were swaying in the gentle breeze, as if deepening the joy and comfort of that little house. After a while, James stood up. It was time for him to go back. He slowly walked towards the door. Harry's parents led him to the door.
Harry's father came to the door and said a
