I’m Nancy, a 17-year-old with dreams of becoming a doctor, thanks to my father, Dave, who’s dedicated everything to support me since my mother’s death when I was three. Despite his hardships, Dad never remarried, choosing to make my future his top priority, often mentioning his gratitude to his boss, Mr. Johnson—a man I’d heard of but never met.

As I neared graduation and the dream of medical school became real, Dad assured me our savings would cover everything. However, our financial security wasn’t as solid as I’d believed. Unbeknownst to me, Dad had fallen prey to a scam that wiped out my college fund, leading him, in desperation, to take money from his company to try to make it right. He was caught, and that’s when Mr. Johnson stepped in.

Meeting Mr. Johnson for the first time during a “bring your child to work” event, I learned of my father’s actions and Mr. Johnson’s unexpected generosity. Despite Dad’s transgression, Mr. Johnson offered to pay for my education, recognizing the sacrifices my father had made for my future.

As Dad faced legal consequences, we spent our last days together cherishing memories and preparing for our temporary separation. Mr. Johnson’s kindness gave me hope, despite the pain of my father’s absence. Moving in with my aunt, I carried the weight of Dad’s love, his sacrifices, and the lessons his actions taught me. Now, I’m determined to honor his faith in me by pursuing my dream, armed with resilience and the strength born from our journey.