It was evening when Rhea finally finished helping Old Nana on her farm, gathering corn and grains. They chatted and laughed, leaving Valerie wondering if they had known each other long before they met.
Her attention lingered on Rhea's smile-the way her dimple appeared whenever she stretched, making her look even more beautiful.
By evening, Old Nana promised to make something special for dinner. Rhea offered to help, but the old woman refused.
Reluctantly, Rhea gave up and joined Valerie, who was sitting outside staring at the night sky.
"Hey," Rhea greeted, and Valerie smiled at her.
"Sorry my Nana has been stressing you," Valerie mumbled.
"No... it's fun here. She reminds me of my grandmother. She loved taking me to the farm. Doing it with Old Nana feels like a breath of fresh air.
