Rihritha clasped the girl tightly, steadying herself. The jagged stone behind her, which she had narrowly escaped, sent shivers racing down her spine. "Thank you for saving me, child," Rihritha whispered, her heart filled with gratitude. She lifted her eyes and met hers. Rihritha froze. Her eyes...why did they bear such an uncanny familiarity?
"I did what I could do, Aunty," Naimishi smiled, her eyes slightly furrowed, witnessing the shock on her face. Why is she looking like that? Is there something on my face?
She shifted her eyes to the girl, walking away, not minding to help after pushing the lady. Arrogant bitch. Naimishi picked up the plate and handed it to Rihritha. "The flowers are all ruined."
"It's alright. I was bored anyway. Decided to pass the time by gathering flowers for the evening prayers." Rihritha remarked. As a gentle breeze caressed the surroundings, it swept the girl's hair back, revealing an empty earlobe. "Huh! Your left earring is missing."