Communal fire
As darkness fell over the village, the community ignited a central fire, encircling it with both the villagers and a family that had just come back together.
The flames bathed everyone’s faces in a soft, warm light, mirroring the happiness and amazement of their reunion. The villagers took turns telling stories, interlacing narratives from days gone by with current events, showcasing their deep ties to the land and their mutual bonds.