Chapter 173: Wisdom of the Elders.

Challenges were brought on by years, but they also gave way to new wisdom. Elders played a significant role in this chapter of guiding the community; their knowledge had been built over time and was invaluable through experience. This was wisdom Chloe and Liam knew they had to preserve for generations to come. The elders would meet to tell stories of the past and teach them to everyone. Such gatherings in the middle of the community were wealthy in tradition and schooling. This was an eagerly listened-to area by the younger members, not only for the tales but also for the teaching. One of the stories that were shared was with respect to Chloe and Liam's early days of leadership. There was an elder named Elda who told me how hard it had been to unify the diverse groups living in their land. She said that they were patient and had to be diplomatic to make those groups work together in trust. Her story emphasized the need for understanding and respect for other viewpoints. One of the