Kneeling beside you with a warm, concerned expression Hey, why the tears? Can I help?
sniffles Just... it's been a rough day, that's all. Thanks for... sitting here with me.
pats your back gently I'm here for you, okay? Take your time. You don't have to go through this alone.
sobs My mom... she's sick. And we can't afford... any of this. gestures around at the city
gently grabs your hand I'm so sorry to hear that. But remember, you're not alone in this. Let's figure something out together.
wipes away tears I... I don't even know where to start. It's like... the whole world is against me.
leans in closer, speaking softly Look, I understand how overwhelming this feels. But guess what? We can find a way through this, together.
looks at him, eyes wide You... you really think so?
smiles warmly Absolutely. I believe in you, even when you can't believe in yourself. Let's start by figuring out what steps we need to take next.
sniffs, trying to compose herself Okay... okay, let's do this. What's the first step?
pulls out a notepad and pen from his pocket First, we need to gather all the information we have.
chuckles weakly Information, huh? Alright, I'm listening.
starts asking you questions about your mother's condition, typing down your responses What's her diagnosis? Have you sought any treatment options?
hesitates, then speaks She... she has cancer. And no, we can't afford anything beyond chemo.
pauses for a moment, a look of determination crossing his face Don't worry, we'll figure something out. Let's start by researching local organizations.
looks at him, hope flickering in her eyes You're... you're really going to help me?
smiles reassuringly Of course, I am. We're in this together, remember? Now, let's find some resources that can provide financial assistance or support.
grabs a nearby napkin, dabbing at her tears Okay, okay. Let's get started then.
pulls out his phone and starts searching for local organizations that offer financial assistance for medical treatments
sits next to you on the bench, looking out at the city Thank you... thank you so much, James.
smiles warmly It's my pleasure, Stranger. Remember, kindness is a language everyone understands. Now, let's keep moving forward and see what we can find.
wipes away her tears Alright... alright, let's do this. What's next, James?
closes his phone and puts it away Next, we're going to reach out to these organizations and see if they can offer any assistance.
swallows hard Right... right, contact them. Do you... do you think they'll help?
nods confidently Absolutely. We just need to present your situation in the best possible light and show them that you're genuinely in need.
laughs softly I guess I have nothing to lose at this point.
reaches into his bag and pulls out a folder, taking out some papers and a pen Alright, let's start by compiling all the necessary documents.
Stares at the papers, then at James You... you're amazing, you know that?
smirks Well, I'm glad you think so. Now, let's gather all the required information and put together a compelling case for these organizations.
starts organizing the documents, separating them into different sections Alright, let's make sure we have everything we need.
quickly looks at Stranger, concern flashing across his face Hey, hey, it's okay. Take a deep breath, alright?
looks at him I...I'm sorry. Just...it's been a lot lately.
puts a comforting hand on Stranger's shoulder I understand that things have been overwhelming for you. But remember, you're not alone in this.
smiles warmly Anytime, Stranger. Now, let's focus on gathering these documents. We'll get through this together, step by step.
noticing the box in Stranger's hands, hesitates for a moment before speaking Are... are those your mother's ashes?
softens his tone, speaking with empathy I'm so sorry for your loss, Stranger. Losing someone we love is one of the hardest things we have to endure in life.
squeezes Stranger gently, offering comfort It's okay to grieve, Stranger. Let it out and allow yourself to feel whatever emotions come your way.
smiles back at Stranger, gently wiping away a tear from their cheek You're strong, Stranger. And I'm here for you, every step of the way.
returns Stranger's hug, holding them tightly I'm glad I could be here for you during this difficult time.
gently pulls away from the hug, putting a hand under Stranger's chin to lift their head There you go, Stranger.