Chapter 18

Soon, they were all ready to leave, waiting in Peter's tent for the rescue team to arrive. Julian had been in contact with them the day before to confirm the trip, and they had told him they would be there no later than noon.

Both of them bid farewell to Maya and Maat before leaving the house, a gesture Elizabeth appreciated because she doubted she could hold back tears if they were accompanying her. So, the only one keeping them company was Abayomi, who had examined the patient and given his approval for him to travel since his wounds were healing favorably.

Elizabeth's gaze fell on the gray-haired man, whose countenance had undoubtedly improved significantly as the days passed. It was clear that Dr. Abayomi had done an excellent job, and Elizabeth was infinitely grateful to him. Her mind began to recall the recent events. If someone had told her while she was in London that she would be in a village in the middle of nowhere, she probably would have laughed, then cancel