chapter 103 I like the ocean

Early the next morning, Ishmael Kearns hurried down the mountain with guilt for Valencia.

After returning home, Valencia had already picked up Deerling by car and participated in school outings. His mother, Staglyn, was sewing and mending at home and tidying up inside and outside, while her father left the stall early.

Seeing the poverty in his family, Ishmael Kearns felt deeply self-blame and regret. He regretted that he had not listened to the advice and wanted to join...