Story 16: The Farmer’s Gift

A farmer named Lena, whose family had known Matteo for years, receives the loaf of bread with the bead in it. Lena, who has been working tirelessly to feed her community through the harsh winter, has begun to feel overwhelmed and disconnected. Upon finding the bead in the bread, she feels a renewed sense of purpose. She shares the bread with her family and neighbors, reminding them of the importance of giving, even when it feels difficult. Lena places the bead in her field, where it lies beneath the soil, a symbol of hope that will grow as the seasons change.