On the way, he explained apologetically, "I'm very sorry, you three. We've had so many people seeking refuge lately that the construction of new houses hasn't been able to keep up."
"You'll have to put up with temporary, simple housing for a while. Once the new residential area is built, homes will be assigned based on contribution and waiting list order."
But how could Arthur and Martha possibly care about that?
Just having a roof over their heads, food to eat, and a job was already a heavenly blessing.
They quickly assured him they didn't mind at all and were endlessly grateful.
They had imagined Lakefront Town might be quite prosperous, but when they actually set foot inside, they were still utterly stunned by the sight that greeted them.
Inside the town, clean, wide stone streets crisscrossed in an orderly grid.
The walls of the houses on both sides were mostly painted, and their windows were fitted with clean, bright glass panes.
