Filex knew Debbie needed a break—not just from the pressures of her life, but from the lingering weight of her past.
He suggested they take a short trip to Thailand, a place he had often visited growing up.
"I've never been out of Cambodia," Debbie confessed as they boarded the flight to Bangkok.
Filex smiled, reaching for her hand. "Well, there's a first time for everything. I'll make sure this trip is unforgettable."
As the plane ascended, Debbie gazed out the window, a mix of excitement and nervousness coursing through her. For the first time in a long while, she allowed herself to hope for something good.