Janet’s POV

Mother ended up taking me to see a man who she thought could help our finances.

“I don’t understand, Mom. How do you even know someone like this?”

“Don’t stress about that. All you need to do is explain your plight to him. If he can help you, he will let you know.”

“Okay.”

I decided not to argue. At the end of the day, I knew she was only trying to help. She wouldn’t do anything that wouldn’t benefit me.

“Who is there?” A grumpy voice came from inside the room.

“Jero, it’s me. Olivia. I’m here with my daughter.”

There was a brief pause before he...