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Building Bridges of Trust: Healing Hearts

Author: Titi Love
last update Last Updated: 2024-09-13 16:40:51

Once again, only the four of them were left in their cubicle.

Roxanne turned around to see how the kids were doing. Sweetly, she asked, “See, kids? The treatment isn’t scary at all, right?”

As soon as she finished speaking, Jamie, who had just received treatment, raised his hand and answered, “It’s true. It doesn’t hurt at all, and I feel so much better now!”

The little girl had initially been a bit reluctant to receive treatment, but seeing Roxanne’s attitude toward them made her feel more comfortable. Jamie’s words put her at ease as well. “You’re right. It’s nothing to be scared of. Sorry for backing away earlier, Miss.”

The other kids nodded in agreement.

Roxanne’s heart melted when she saw that. She crouched down to stroke their tiny heads. “Everybody is doing great. I’m glad you’re not scared anymore. Believe in us, okay? We will make sure that everybody will grow up happy and healthy.”

The kids nodded obediently.

“Okay, who’s next?” asked Roxanne as she stood up and pointed at
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