Five days passed, and Rain's grandparents succumbed to the relentless grip of illness, joining their ancestors in the realm beyond. It was a heartbreaking blow for Rain, for despite the difficult relationship he had with them, they were still family. With their departure, Rain and his small family were left to face the harsh reality of loss once more.
In the midst of their grief, Rain and his remaining kin mustered every ounce of strength to honor their grandparents' memory. With their limited resources, they scraped together enough funds to give their beloved elders a proper farewell. The meager sum barely covered the essentials, but Rain was determined to pay his respects, even if it meant making sacrifices elsewhere.
