Three months later, Brooks Bakery reopened. Hannah restored the original wooden counter and replaced the broken ovens. Emilio helped design the kitchen, pretending not to get emotional when she named one of the breakfast rolls after him.

Above the entrance, a new sign read Brooks and Grace Bakery. Hannah had considered naming it after Lucas but decided Grace deserved a place in the world too.

Near the register stood a small framed card. Every Tuesday morning, parents with newborns could receive free breakfast, coffee, and referrals to local medical or counseling services.

Hannah partnered with community clinics and support groups for families experiencing infant loss or financial hardship. No one was required to tell their story.

They only had to walk in.

The bakery quickly became one of the busiest gathering places in the neighborhood. Construction workers arrived before sunrise. Teachers stopped on their way to school.