She wanted to reassure Mrs. Tan that everything would be fine and that things would soon improve, but Olivia couldn't bring herself to lie. For she had no idea how things would unfold, whether it would be for the better or for the worse. She could only hope and pray that there's a silver lining to these circumstances.
“I can't help you much, Mrs. Tan. But once you're discharged, please come to this address. They can provide you with a place to stay until you get back on your feet.”
She gently handed the small piece of paper to the older woman. The handwritten address revealed the location of the shelter Olivia had established alone from selling her artworks to help women and children in need.
Mrs. Tan clutched the paper to her chest as if it were a lifeline. “Thank you, Dr. Hilton. I tr
