After a lengthy meeting, they left social services with a clear plan in place. Natalie would receive temporary housing and begin job training. “Thank you, Mr. Peter,” she said, her voice filled with genuine gratitude. For the first time in weeks, Peter felt a glimmer of hope.
Over the following days, Peter and Natalie worked together to rebuild trust. She attended her training sessions diligently, while the children began to adjust to their new routine. Slowly but surely, the tension between them began to ease, replaced by mutual understanding.