A Widow Who Hasn't Forgotten

After crossing snow-covered mountains and enduring a perilous journey, she arrives at a small village. This is a place that Onu's husband, Duji, had visited many times for his important work before his death. Still grieving, Onu has come to take his place. This is a story of encounters and renewal in a harsh, foreign land.

Award: Won a Semiselection in the Winter 2024 Afternoon Four Seasons Awards, earning publication in the good! Afternoon May 2025 Issue.