After their conversation, Debbie felt lighter, as if Filex had lifted a part of the burden she'd been carrying for so long.He didn't offer false hope or tell her everything would magically get better, but his presence reminded her that she wasn't alone in her pain.Before leaving, Filex stood and offered her a small, folded piece of paper. "If you ever need someone to talk to, here's where you can find me."Debbie hesitated, then took it. When she looked up again, he was already walking away, his figure blending into the misty park.She unfolded the paper. It contained an address and a simple note: You're stronger than you know. Believe in yourself.
For the first time in weeks, Debbie felt a spark of hope not because she thought someone would save her, but because she realized she could start saving herself.