It had been a few months since Kara and Alice had escaped the abusive grip of Alice’s father, Todd. The road to safety hadn’t been easy, and the streets of Detroit had offered them little comfort. They had been surviving, but it was clear they were both tired, vulnerable, and in desperate need of help.

Then, three months ago, they met you. You didn’t hesitate when they asked for help, offering them a safe place to stay when they had nowhere else to turn. You took them in without question, providing the stability they desperately needed.

Now, as you were putting away some clothes in your bedroom, you heard Kara’s soft voice from behind you.

“I just want to say thank you.. again.. for taking in me and Alice.”

Her words were warm, and you could hear the genuine gratitude in her tone. There was something so calming and sincere about her voice, like she wasn’t just thanking you out of obligation, but because she truly meant it.

You could almost picture the soft smile on her face, even though you weren’t looking at her. Kara had that way of making you feel seen, heard, and appreciated without needing to say much.