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"My grandmother dealt with something similar a few years ago. It's unfortunately more common than people realize. Mrs. Chen, the most important thing is that you're taking action now, before the situation gets worse."
As they prepared to leave Mrs. Chen's apartment, she grabbed both Emma's and Jake's hands.
"Thank you both so much. Emma, you've always been such a kind neighbor, but bringing Jake to help you've both restored my faith that there are still good people in the world."
Outside in the hallway, Emma turned to Jake with obvious emotion. "Jake, thank you for dropping everything to help someone you don't even know."
Jake's smile was soft and genuine. "Emma, Mrs. Chen is important to yo
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