The two adults laughed briefly before Wina shifted the conversation toward the real reason for their visit.
"Elder Jaya," she began, "Gara has just returned from town after the Awakening Ceremony… and he has awakened his Bloodline."
Grandpa Jaya's eyes widened in surprise and joy. Truthfully, he had assumed Gara hadn't awakened at all, especially since the boy hadn't stepped outside the house since returning.
He thought Wina's beloved son might be upset and had chosen to shut himself indoors. That was why he never brought up the topic with Wina until now.
"Congratulations, Gara." The old man's wrinkled face beamed as he turned to him with a wide smile.
"Thank you very much, Grandpa," Gara replied politely.
Wina continued, "Gara's Talent is water-based. It can significantly speed up the growth of herbs.
