Chapter 24

Most children in this area were left behind by parents working in other cities. They lived with elderly grandparents. Even if their parents stayed, adults were busy with farm work and couldn't spare time to take them to school. Clara's arrival helped solve this problem. Ethan took Clara to the principal's office. The elderly principal, who appeared to be in his 60s, personally welcomed her and handled her employment paperwork. Once everything was in order, the principal stood and extended his hand with gratitude. "Welcome to Moonbay Elementary School, Ms. Salford. On behalf of the staff and students, thank you for your generosity." Clara's gaze lingered on his graying hair. She felt a pang of emotion. She had seen him in documentaries. The principal, Aaron Johnson, had long passed retirement age, but he refused to leave the school. Despite his poor health, he stayed and dedicated himself fully to the children here. Even as she left the office, Clara's thoughts lingered. Ethan le