Kollyndi Rutledge

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“A gift of great worth” by Kollyndi Rutledge

⭐️ Shortlisted for Contest #88

Princess Jade of Cainan knelt on the woven rug and grasped the old woman’s warm, crinkled hands. The hands shook in hers and the watery eyes steadily gazed into her own, pouring deep sadness into Jade’s soul. “He doesn’t remember me.” A flood of despair. A fierce love. The emotions poured into Jade. The wavery voice continued. “Sixty years we have lived side by side, serving our people, leading our family, enduring great loss and knowing greater joy.” The old woman drew a ragged breath. “It is all gone. He asks to go home. I cannot comfort...

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Contest #88
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