C170 Surviving the Silence

His small act of kindness was like a seed planted in her soul. Though his words had seemed simple, they resonated deeply within her, spurring her in a profound way.

She realized she had been wallowing in self-pity for too long. It was time to take control of her life again. The stranger's compassion gave her the push she needed to start anew.

Though she hadn't even seen his face clearly