Anna had been looking forward to her trip back to her province for weeks. She was excited to see her family and friends again, and to get away from the stress of her life in the city. As she stepped off the bus and onto the dusty road that led to her family's home, she breathed in the fresh air and smiled.
"Anna! You're finally home!" her mother exclaimed, rushing out of the house to embrace her.
"It's so good to see you, Ma," Anna replied, hugging her mother tightly. "How's everyone been?"
"Everyone's been well," her mother said. "Your father's been busy with the farm, and your sisters are all doing great. Oh, and there's someone I want you to meet."
"Who?" Anna asked curiously.
"Vinno," her mother replied, a mischievous glint in her eye. "He's the son of your father's old friend, and he's been staying with us for a while now. I think you two would get along."
Anna rolled her eyes, but couldn't help feeling a little intrigued. She hadn't had much luck with men in the city, and the idea of meeting someone new in her hometown was appealing.
"Alright, Ma," she said with a smile. "I'll meet him."
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The Risks We Take for Love
RomanceA woman who must choose between staying in a comfortable but unfulfilling relationship or taking a risk on love with someone who challenges her, despite the complications that come with it.
