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Chapter 135: Not Harming Women

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last update Last Updated: 2023-09-05 18:31:01

Even though Aaron had woken up, he remained very weak. Due to the leg injury, he couldn't even get out of bed. But at least he was awake and out of immediate danger. This was enough to make Elaine happy. She fed him some food, and Aaron drifted back into a fitful sleep. Elaine finally sighed with relief and, after spending a day and a night by his side, stepped out of the small cabin.

The scenery outside was breathtaking, and Elaine took a deep breath. The air she inhaled carried the scent of fresh grass.

Aunt Grant noticed her coming out and waved, "Elaine, come sit with me and talk."

Elaine nodded with a smile and walked over to Aunt Grant. "Did you grow these vegetables yourself?"

"Yes, my husband and I live up here in the mountains. We grow our own food, keep a few chickens for eggs and meat. We don't have much on our minds; we just enjoy living comfortably," Aunt Grant explained with contentment evident in her words and demeanor.

From the way she spoke and acted, Elaine could tel
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