Pierre nodded in response.

Adrian smiled and said, "Rozi, bring out the food and distribute it to everyone."

Rozi placed the bags on the ground and crouched down. "Everyone, please form two lines to collect food and water from me."

The students excitedly lined up according to Rozi's instructions, but they received less-than-average portions of food and water since there was not that much in Rozi's bags. Nevertheless, this was a welcome relief to them.

The students sat down and eagerly began eating their meager portions. Olivia was huddled together with some girl, sitting on the ground with tears streaming down their faces. These young girls in their prime had no makeup on their faces—only dirt and tears.

Adrian approached the girls with a towel and gently wiped the dirt and tears from their faces, revealing their beauty underneath. The girls continued to sob.

Adrian smiled and comforted them, "You're all young beauties representing Navia. Our lives would become better if you all