Chapter 12: Dignity At Stake

Allison responded cheerfully.  Jimmy didn't refuse, but he also didn't plan on taking anything for free. He put the clothes he picked earlier on the counter and said, "Allison, your shop doesn't seem to be doing too well, huh?" Allison's face showed a hint of worry. In truth, her clothing store was on the brink of closing down. She had been behind on her mall rent for several months, and if she didn't pay soon, she'd be evicted. The woman had no idea what to do next.  During college, she had...