"Thea, I think I should take your leave now." Ruth said while glancing out of the open window to see the Sun had set, leaving the world in the fading light.
"I didn't realise how fast the time has gone. I wish you could stay a little more. We have talked this much after a long time! I missed you dear best friend!" Thea pouted innocently.
Ruth giggled at her friend. She had indeed missed her childish behaviour and playful personality.
"I wish the same Thea. But I really need to go. I have promised Mrs Payne to prepare tonight's dinner. And now that we are at good terms, we have all our lives to talk and giggle."
"Of course! Take care, Ruth and give my greetings to Mr and Mrs Payne! May God bless them with a long and healthy life!" Thea said genuinely.
"Yes! May God do just that!" Ruth nodded. "By the way, when will you start coming back to the shop? Without you it doesn't feel the same there!"