Chapter 684 The Cmity


    Josiah pondered before asking. “How could such a thing happen out of the blue? Is there something wrong with the fry?”


    ourke had issues. The water was likely


    “The fry had no problem. Among the batch, only t contaminated. But with the vige in its current stat we won’t be able to stay much longer. It is what it is. The olddy sighed, her face etched with resignat


    Upon witnessing the situation, Lysander and Josiah felt a surge of indignation.


    The vigers had done nothing wrong, yet they bore the brunt of the consequences, while the saboteurs likely reaped substantial rewards.


    Such an injustice could not unfold before their eyes.


    Josiah insisted that the olddy ept their money. Only after purchasing the coarse cloth at the bottom of the elderlydy’s basket did she finally agree.


    She was deeply moved, repeatedly expressing her gratitude.


    As they were about to leave, Lysander slipped some change into the olddy’s hand, suggesting she take the bus back to the mountains, andforted her, “You won’t have to leave. We’ll find a way.”


    The old woman was skeptical, but the encounter with these kind–hearted young people rekindled a glimmer of hope in her weary heart.


    Lysander watched the old woman’s retreating figure and felt a profound sadness.


    Josiah gently took her hand and promised, “Lysander, believe me, everything will be all right.”


    Lysander hesitated, then nodded lightly. “Okay.”This content belongs to N?/velDra/ma.Org .


    She believed in him.


    At least, in this matter, she trusted him.


    “Do… Do you really believe in me?”


    “You’re not a bad person,” Lysander replied. “Our issues lie in our rtionship, but that doesn’t affect my judgment of your character.”


    Josiah was momentarily stunned, then smiled wryly. “You are as rational as ever.”


    “Mmm.”


    Josiah noticed the change in Lysander and felt a slight relief. As he looked ahead, he asked, “Shall we continue? It seems quite lively up ahead.”


    He suggested this as a distraction as he was concerned that the encounter with the olddy might have dampened her spirits.


    Lysander nodded. “Let’s check it out. We’re only here for two days. We should make the most of it to understand the town better.”


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    Chapter 684 The Cmity


    Along with the snacks, Josia