They arrived at a large estate surrounded by iron gates and tall trees. Harold hesitated at first, but when Felicity reminded him of the blue armchair near the window, recognition sparked.
“That is my chair,” he whispered.
That night, Harold slept peacefully for the first time in weeks.
In the days that followed, Felicity’s life transformed rapidly, though fear followed every step. At the diner, staff stared in disbelief as Aaron announced her new position. Denise Parker, the former manager, forced a smile that never reached her eyes.
“This will not last,” Denise whispered later. “You do not belong here.”
Felicity worked tirelessly, treating staff with fairness and patience, slowly rebuilding an environment poisoned by fear. Customers noticed. Business improved.
Denise grew quieter, then dangerous. An audit was announced. Records went missing. Accusations surfaced. The night before the inspection, Denise offered help. Felicity hesitated but accepted.
During the audit, a large unaccounted transaction appeared. Denise gasped dramatically and pointed blame. Before panic could take hold, Aaron arrived, calm and composed.