A glimmer of hope
Just as despair seemed inevitable, a discreet knock sounded at the door. Standing on the threshold was Mrs. Bennett, the town’s elderly librarian. “I couldn’t help overhearing,” she murmured, her eyes sparkling with mischief. “I may have some information that could help you.” Grateful to have found an ally in these troubled times, John and Fiona welcomed her eagerly.
A Glimmer Of Hope
Unexpected help
After a long conversation with Mrs. Bennett, another knock sounded at the door. It was the curator seen earlier. “I’ve been following the developments,” he said, pausing to gauge their faces. “I think it’s time we worked together.” Surprise could clearly be seen in John and Fiona’s eyes, mingled with undeniable relief: at last, a solution to their situation seemed within reach.
Unexpected help
