"But Aunty don't worry, Dave will keep this a secret from Mom," he added and it managed to make Naila chuckle.
"Then I am very grateful to you, dear," replied Naila.
"Erm," Dave nodded, his eyes only fixed on the side of the road they were about to walk.
Naila did not respond anymore, was silent and there was no discussion between the two of them, only the sound of footsteps echoing each other filled the atmosphere. Following the directions the middle-aged woman had said earlier, Naila then turned at a crossroads, along with her footsteps, the sound of passing vehicles grew louder, and that made her a little excited.
Only a few minutes later, finally, a sigh of relief escaped from between her lips. Now they are out of the complex and are on the edge of the highway that looks shady. Trees lined up neatly along the road, their thick leaves managed to block out the scorching sun.
