Chapter 491:

“Is this area set for demolition?” she asked, her voice low.

The director exhaled slowly, a flicker of concern darkening her features.

“Yes. We were granted decades of usage rights, but now the developers are claiming we’re in violation of building codes. They’re pushing for demolition. If they succeed… what will happen to these children?”

Corrine followed the woman’s gaze toward one of the orphanage windows. A small child peered out, wide-eyed with curiosity and the wary hesitation of someone unused to strangers. The silent question in those eyes struck deeper than words ever could.

Then, Leah’s voice sliced through the moment.

“How hard can it be? If this place can’t be saved, you can always find another location.”

Silence fell like a heavy weight. The group stilled, their eyes snapping toward her.

Leah’s stomach twisted. Had she said something wrong?

in her gaze, but beneath it lurked something

no idea

the director wouldn’t be so

only the first hurdle. Securing government approval, gathering funds,

of those obstacles was suffocating, yet Leah spoke as if they could simply pack up

??? ????:

say something wrong?” Leah asked cautiously,

was

“Nothing at all.”

relief, missing the

motioned for them to follow, and as they stepped

wall adorned with photographs,

photographs snagged Corrine’s attention. Among the faded

no need for a second glance. Jolene’s presence was like

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