After bidding good night to Thea, Ruth took the way to her home. She met the familiar faces along the way. As per her mannerisms, she smiled, waved and occasionally shared a word or two with those people. Her external state was calm and normal but only she knew what kind of turmoil she was facing inwardly.
Her conversation with Thea replayed in her mind time and again. Her brain agreed to Thea's idea but her heart was hesitant. Ruth was a selfless and humble person. She couldn't take her friend's place for her gains when her friend also needed that job.
But then Thea herself wanted to quit the job and spend some time without worries and the burden of work on her back. As much as Ruth knew about her, she was aware of how much hard work Thea had done so far and she had genuine respect in her heart for the young woman. Thea was right. She deserved some time alone to relax before marrying Rees.
