Ruth sat with her friends, Chief Yaqub and his clan members under the clear skies full of twinkling stars and the crescent-shaped moon.
The meat was roasting on the fire while the women were cooking beans and rice on the other side. The drinks were served, and Ruth enjoyed her drink while listening to her surrounding sounds.
The air was pleasant and cold compared to the daytime. She had not expected the temperature to drop down so much that she shivered every time a breeze ran brushing her.
She listened in silence as Chief Yaqub spoke with Edwin. The two men exchanged information about each other, their places and their culture. Yaqub seemed quite impressed with Edwin.
Soon the dinner was served, which everyone enjoyed with gusto. Chief Yaqub insisted Edwin to stay for some more time, but he politely excused himself, saying he was tired and needed some sleep before they leave in the morning.
"Are you sure you don't want to come along?" Edwin asked while wearing simpler clothes.