The conditions alone made her heart flutter with joy. She didn't want to endure the hardships of war any longer. Back then, she had been quite a beauty, and it was her looks and talent that had allowed her to marry a man from Birkham.

But then she glanced at Nina. She couldn't just sit and do nothing.

"Nina, come change your clothes. They're soaked through," one of the older women called out.

Arin said, "You can wear my clothes. We're about the same size."

"Alright," Nina replied, finishing up with the herbs in her basket.

They had their own unique clothing, made from fabric they wove and sewed themselves. It looked a bit like traditional minority attire, with colorful designs representing their customs and culture. Nina found their clothes beautiful.

After changing, Arin exclaimed, "Wow, Nina, you look stunning! Our clothes make you even prettier!"

"Really?" Nina was unsure but felt a bit shy from the compliment.

"Absolutely! You should show Captain!" Arin said excitedly, pushing Nina outside.

Nina was confused. "Why should I show him?"

"Because Captain is outside. He needs to see your beauty so that woman won't get any ideas!" Arin said, clearly competitive.

get along just fine. But then this other woman showed

forcefully pushed out

the road. Suddenly, Felix noticed Nina and

indicated and saw Nina standing at the doorway, dressed in the traditional attire. Arin had given her the best outfit, and

on her, a

boldly asked, "Captain, doesn't Nina look beautiful in our

wanted to cover Arin's mouth. "You talk too

Arin just giggled.

replied seriously, "She looks

heard that, right? Captain said Nina looks beautiful!" She said it loudly, ensuring

had already had her ankle treated and was distributing water to the men. Hearing their conversation, she felt uncomfortable

Nash. "Captain, do you

"No, give it to the

water for

I need

"Sure thing!"

help, but Nash

like a fairy!" Some

patted their faces.

and handed Nina a bouquet of flowers. Nina

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