In the small living room of their home, the atmosphere was heavy with anticipation as Grace sat on the sofa, her gaze fixed on the door. The echo of the door opening sent a ripple of anxiety through her, and she quickly stood as Mindy entered.
Without a word, Grace moved towards Mindy, her arms opening wide. The moment they embraced, the dam holding back Mindy's emotions burst. The tears streamed down her face, and she clung tightly to her mother, letting out sobs that carried the weight of frustration, pain, and shattered hope.
Grace held her daughter, whispering soothing words, a mix of comfort and understanding. "Shh, it's okay. Let it out, Mindy. I'm here for you."
Mindy, in the warmth of her mother's hug, allowed herself to be vulnerable. "Everything is gone, mom. Our plan, the things we worked hard for, it's all destroyed. How can everything be okay?"
