Truth or Death

It was almost evening. A fragrant smell of cooked rice and vegetables could be smelt in the alley.

Valerie Hodges held a book in her arms as she turned into the alley with light footsteps.

In the alley, an elderly woman with powder white hair smiled at her. "Hey, little girl. Are you back from your tuition?"

"Yes!" She nodded lightly and smiled. "Have you eaten, Mrs. Mabel?"

"Yes, I have." The old