reaching out
Elara picked up the phone and dialed her best friend, Marissa. ‘I need your help,’ she said, her voice steady. ‘I can’t do this alone.
‘ Marissa didn’t hesitate. ‘Of course, I’ll handle everything. You focus on getting better,’ she replied. Elara felt a swell of gratitude.
With Marissa by her side, she believed she could navigate this storm and come out stronger.