15 October 2019, Fangak county.
Tau looked at the young girl who occupied his bed since Sonia left. From the time when he had taken her in his care, she flourished; became more confident, which he enjoyed. Earlier that day she had informed him of her pregnancy. It was the best news he had received in an exceptionally long time.
He watched her from the small window inside the small hut, the only place with adequate light. While she prepared their food, he took the time to read the Bible.
He found the content difficult to understand, but certain chapters spoke to him. His English challenged with the strange words or their meaning and wished someone could explain it. Those he understood pulled at his heart as if it was written for him and he found it peaceful, serene even.