Chapter 314- Weekend In Ashoa
Talia and Mala were having tea at the small wooden table, Alex made for them. It wasn’t perfect but they all appreciated his efforts.
Right now, he was busy, crouched near the stove, adjusting its burner.
"Alexander. Stop wasting your time on that gunk," Their father joined them at the table. Mala nudged her elbow into Talia’s shoulder when found her staring at Alex.
They all celebrated after they learned that his name was Alexander. According to Talia, the name carried royalty, and he definitely belonged to a royal background.
"I still think the market is best for the fish in the morning, Father," Mala suggested before fetching her father’s cup from the kitchen.
Their father took a sip from the clay cup, Mala had just brought him, "You’re right. The fish will be fresh in the early hours."
Fresh fish was usually available in the market outside the village. John was planning to buy it the next morning, so he needed to leave home early.
Their fish discussion broke when Alexander spoke from the kitchen, glancing up from the stove with a faint smile, "Why there is no TV in the village? Don’t you get bored of each other?"
Mala tried to smile. Electricity problems had discouraged many from buying electronic appliances. However, according to the latest news, the government was getting serious about working on their basic necessities.
When Alexander didn’t get a response, he stopped working and regarded their faces, "I was thinking ... I wish I could gift you all a nice fifty-five inch one."
He got back to his job, while the room went silent for a moment. Mala exchanged a quick glance with Talia and then leaned closer to their father.