"Those two came into the village with ill intentions and even killed one of our people. They deserved to die."
Cecilia's thoughts returned to the present. She agreed, "Yes, they deserved to die." Then, she changed the subject. "Uncle, I'm taking Grandma to the city to live with me for a while. I'll have to trouble you to look after her house. Please take this money."
"Don't give me that. Take your money back. I'll keep an eye on her place."
Cecilia immediately and obediently put the money away. "Okay. Thank you for your trouble."
"..."
...
The midday sun beat down from directly overhead.
Cecilia left the village chief's house and walked along the main country road, feeling exceptionally good.
As she passed the four-way intersection, she came face-to-face with the Adler family's funeral procession.
The four members of the Adler family stared intently at Cecilia, their eyes filled with venomous resentment.
