Will Velu's wait continue or will it rain?
Based on the story's progression and the old woman's wise words that Nature knows what is needed, it seems likely that it will rain.
The old woman suggests that the land is resting and will be 'fresh and ready for your crop' when the rains come.
The story ends with Velu feeling 'a cool breeze on his back' and seeing 'clouds were gathering in the distance,' indicating the rains are finally arriving.
Explanation
This is a prediction question asked before reading the complete story. The story indeed ends with rain arriving: 'Soon there would be lightning. And thunder. And sweet, fragrant rain. Velu ran home, laughing and happy.'
Solution Steps
The old woman's wisdom suggests Nature knows what is needed
The land is resting and will be ready for crops when the rains come
Story ends with signs of rain: cool breeze and gathering clouds