It was a substantial sum, no doubt about it.

But to Lyndon, the amount was manageable.

He observed Rita, her distress palpable, and after a brief pause, he made a decision.

“I’ll cover it for you first.

Rita’s expression shifted from despair to a flicker of hope, her eyes lighting up.

She clasped Lyndon’s hand, her voice trembling.

“Really, sir? Are you sure?”

“Let’s go,” Lyndon replied with a nod.

“I’ll accompany you to the payment office right now.

Lyndon broke free from Rita’s hand and made his way to the payment office.

Rita stared blankly at his back, unable to believe what he had just said.

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a few more steps before

his voice carrying a gentle

“Aren’t you coming?”

her reverie, Rita quickly wiped her tears, a mix of

calm demeanor, and ventured, “Sir, if I may ask, why would you help me? We’re

and faced her, his response simple

joy in helping others

lip, her eyes

are truly

write an IOU, and I promise

gave her a reassuring glance, dismissing her concerns with an

need

“But I insist.

last name?” she persisted,

replied,

herself more formally, a sense of relief in acknowledging the debt she intended

the hospital garden, Rosalynn and Tilda were enjoying the weak sunlight on a

chill in the air, Tilda expressed her

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