159 Life in Hawkshead

"Felipe!" The village elder called a young man carrying an axe over his shoulders. "This is Dante. Show him where the south side borders the trees we cut for timber. The land there needs to be levelled and ploughed for cultivation, so that's a lot of work," he said the last line to Dante. "Are you sure he doesn't need any help?" 

Mr. Flores gave a firm nod. "Dante says he's a farmer and believes he will be able to manage it just fine by himself."

When the young villager approached them, the elder said, "If you need anything, don't be shy or hesitate to ask the village folks for assistance. They will be more than willing to help. You will like your stay here."

"Dante will only be here for a few weeks as he needs to return home," Mr. Flores mentioned.