Chapter 37

• In the meantime the night fell and the sky became obscure. Nevertheless, the darkness was gradually tamed by the appearing bright half-moon.
• Babida grabbed his axe and went outside the tent. He sought out the young maiden Suzie and her uncle and spotted them on the esplanade of the administrative headquarters beside the Okunde's garden.
• The aid operation had ceased and the lumberjack's companions were about to dine along with the rest of the rescuers after hours of restless work.