Leticia carefully handed Su Jiyai the cup of tea.
The scent of calming herbs drifted around them—soft, warm, a little sweet.
Su Jiyai took a sip and let out a quiet sigh. "Mm. This is nice," she said. "You're good at this."
Leticia smiled shyly and sat down beside her, knees tucked under her.
Su Jiyai looked at her for a moment.
Then she reached into her pocket and pulled out the necklace—the one with the tiny glowing farm inside the glass bead.
The soft light shimmered in the dark.
"I have something for you," Su Jiyai said with a smile.
Leticia blinked. "For me?"
Su Jiyai nodded and handed her the necklace. "A gift."
Leticia held the necklace in her palms like it was the most precious thing in the world. Her fingers gently brushed the tiny house inside the bead.
Her eyes sparkled, reflecting the soft glow.
"Wow… it's beautiful," she whispered. Then she looked up, eyes full of curiosity.
"Will this… will this protect me? From people who want to bully me?"
