John's POV
After breakfast, John cleaned up the kitchen while Tommy sat on the couch, holding his teddy bear. John could see the fear and uncertainty in the boy's eyes, and it broke his heart. He wanted to help, but he knew it would take time.
John's thoughts drifted back to his own past. He had grown up in a loving family, with parents who supported and encouraged him. He met Lisa in college, and they fell in love quickly. They got married after graduation and started planning their future together.
Lisa wanted a big family, and John couldn't wait to be a father. They tried for years to have a baby, but it just never happened. They considered adoption, but before they could take that step, Lisa was taken from him in a car accident. John was devastated, and he buried himself in work to avoid the pain.
Now, with Tommy in his life, John felt a renewed sense of purpose. He couldn't change the past, but maybe he could help Tommy build a better future.
Evening
John sat down next to Tommy on the couch. "How about we watch a movie tonight?" he suggested.
Tommy looked up, a flicker of interest in his eyes. "Okay."
John smiled and put on a cartoon movie. As they watched, he noticed Tommy slowly relaxing, his small body leaning against John's side. It was a small victory, but it meant the world to John.
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Through the storm:A Journey of Healing and Hope
General Fiction*Through the Storm: A Journey of Healing and Hope* is a touching story about Tommy, a five-year-old boy who has endured abuse and homelessness. His life changes when John, a compassionate man, takes him in and offers him a chance at a new beginning...
