Dinner time arrived, and the rain was still falling.
The spring water stretched on, and the grass grew lush.
Looking out the window, everything was a fresh green color, brimming with vitality.
The early spring misty rain in Landon was like a gently outlined ink wash painting, beautiful in its tranquility and detachment.
Just after five in the evening, Ann Nolan arrived at the Mackenzie residence.
Jasmine Yale was chatting with Xandra Mackenzie when Ann Nolan entered, changing into slippers.
"Sister Ann!" Xandra Mackenzie called out happily first, "It's been such a long time since I've seen you."
"I've been a bit busy lately, sorry," replied Ann Nolan, patting her long braid, "Have you been studying well recently, hmm?"
"I have, but the schoolwork isn't too pressing at the moment."
"Xandra, go help Auntie in the kitchen with the fruit," called out the teacher's wife as she walked over.
"Mm, okay!" Xandra Mackenzie happily headed to the kitchen again.
