She Gave Up College To Save Her Family’s Farm. The Day It Was Sold, The Whole Town Held Its Breath

Kevin’s Reassurance

‘This could really be it, Daisy-Lynn,’ Kevin said, excitement buzzing through his voice. He gestured to the documents spread between us, his confidence infectious.

We had conspired for weeks, dreaming of this day. All the planning, the secret talks—it felt like the culmination was finally in sight.

A shared sense of victory hung in the air, warm and hopeful, adding a bounce to our hearts.