Chapter 503

The young man noticed that Melina remained silent. Bowing deeply again, he spoke with even more sincerity. "I'm truly sorry. I apologize again for my previous actions. We've received your help, and we can't let someone with a kind heart feel disheartened." Melina rolled down her sleeves and smiled warmly. "So that's what happened. I forgive you. But next time, think carefully before acting so impulsively." The young man nodded quickly, his face flushing red. He took a basket of corn his friend handed him and offered it to Melina. His face reddened further as he stammered, "These are for you. After the flood, we couldn't find much, but these corn cobs are fine—they didn't get soaked in the water. They're really sweet. Please take them home to enjoy." Melina didn't refuse. She accepted the basket with a lighthearted smile. "Thank you." "No, we're the ones who should thank you," he replied earnestly. Melina waved goodbye to everyone and left with her companions, carrying the basket