Maxine Pov

As I walked away from the hospital, Clara's angry words echoed in my mind. I couldn't stop feeling the guilt that settled deep in my chest. Lost in thought, I almost missed the sight of a pregnant woman struggling with two small children on the side of the road. They looked tired and hungry, their clothes worn and dirty. I felt an overwhelming urge to help them. But I just hope they won't act like others and reject my help.

“Hi there,” I said, kneeling down to the ...