“Thank you,” Lucy said, emotion thickening her voice. “Any help is more than we’ve had in a long time.”

Gregory nodded. “It’s more than that. I have connections with various organizations, and I think we can do better.”

Laura watched the exchange, her young mind processing the shift in their fortunes. For so long, she had seen her mother struggle, the weight of despair etched into every line on her face. Could this truly be a turning point?