Ashes and Deceit

By the time the whole thatched hut was completely engulfed in flames, the flames were blazing.

Fortunately, the thatched hut was surrounded by open country. The fire was big. After it burned clean, it gradually began to extinguish.

Diane died just like that.

Monica cried in Gareth's arms until she was out of breath.

Gareth could only coax her. "It's not your fault. Don't blame yourself too much...