Chapter 89

As I peered out into the garden, where seats and tables had been arranged in preparation for the forthcoming outreach program, I couldn't help but smile. The primary sponsors of the shelter were on their way to come, and all of the children who benefited from their support were eagerly anticipating their arrival.

As a matter of fact, in addition to the sponsors, there were more individuals who were coming, and these were the children who were sponsored by the Frostes from the other institution.

I was so focused on the garden that I failed to pick up on the fact that Alice had arrived. Her hand lightly touched my shoulder, and as soon as I looked around, she flashed me a grin. She informed me that the other children had recently arrived.

“Really?” I said, "That's a good thing." "Mmmm, Alice, didn't you mention someone who helped you before?"

"Henry? Why do you ask?"

"Is he one of the sponsors here?" I inquired about it.

“Nope, he is not. The Frost’