When he didn’t respond, she added, “I’m sorry.” His head lifted quickly. “You’re sorry? What are you sorry for?” He sounded genuinely perplexed. “You may have saved that woman. Only God knows what might have happened if it had gone further. You were amazing. Charlotte, look at me.” She looked. He started walking toward her. “God sent you here, to Jessica, tonight. I’m grateful I was there, but sweetheart—he sent you.” He emphasized the last word and as he reached her, he took her hand. “Thank you, Father, for protecting Jessica tonight. For Charlotte’s willingness to help where she saw a need.
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