Swish swish!
The stream, mixed with white foam, cascaded down as she reached out to grab the linen clothes, sprinkled them with soapberry powder, and thoroughly rubbed them together.
After shaking off all the foam and wringing the water out forcefully, she placed the clothes into the wooden tub next to her and took a deep breath.
Managing a smile, she nodded at the bustling aunts around her and turned towards the wooden houses.
"Let's go, school's out!"
"Wait for me; I still haven't understood this one problem..."
"Eh? The teacher just explained it!"
"Hehe, teach me, will you?"
"Well, that's perfect, come to my place. My mom bought dried cod today..."
"Great, great, that's my favorite!"
"Ah... you're hopeless."
"..."
Two children ran past her, both with joyful smiles on their faces.
Watching their innocent interaction, the corners of her mouth curled up involuntarily.