Chapter 250: Destined

"Goodbye, brother!"
Martha followed Billy Orwin, looking back every three steps and waving goodbye to Ned Scurr.
There were tears in the little girl's eyes, but she didn't shed them. She was much stronger than other children of her age and could withstand the sadness of parting, having been able to survive a series of unfortunate events.
Some people crumble in the face of adversity.
Some people become stronger and continue to grow in adversity.
Twelve-year-old Martha was clearly...