27 Gratitude 5yr

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The next morning, when Tria had come back, less than half of the slaves had stayed. It was great news to her, as long as there was at least one, but there were nine of them who stayed.

As the remaining people noticed Tria's arrival, they walked up to her.

"Master, we are indebted to you for our freedom, although we also don't have anywhere to go, we decided to stay because you had saved us. Slaves who go to the capital eventually die not long after they're bought. You have healed our injuries, gave us food, and a place to sleep. We are determined to be your servants, we will serve you with our lives."

A teen girl had come forward along with the others and pledge to Tria. She was surprised, she was expecting some to stay, but since she had not promised them anything, she had not expected such determination.

"What's your name?" asked Tria after a while.

"I do not have a name, but everyone calls me Ka'an," she said while looking down, spiritless.

Tria could feel the pain of everyone standing in front of her. She could feel the pain they have accumulated from abuse as slaves, the helplessness of their fate being controlled by others, and the hatred they felt for their