Chapter 18 Her Smile Is Enough

The girl's innocent and tender voice carried a warmth as pure as her bright grin, melting the sadness in Sierra's heart. Sierra reached out, accepted the bouquet, and gently patted the girl's head. "Thank you." "Are you feeling a bit happier now?" The girl's eyes sparkled as she asked with a sweet smile. Sierra nodded, her own expression softening. She reached into her bag, took out some money, and placed it into the girl's hand. The girl quickly shook her head. "No! I don't want money. This bouquet is my gift to you." "This is my gift to you, not payment for the flowers, but a gift in return for yours. Use it to buy something you like. In return, I hope you'll feel as happy as you made me. Does that sound fair?" Sierra's voice was gentle and reassuring, so the girl hesitated before finally accepting, her cheeks turning a faint shade of pink. She lowered her head shyly. "Do you know what chamomile symbolizes?" Sierra shook her head. "Why don't you tell me?" The girl nodded and