CHAPTER 31 MEETING FRED

As the sun dipped below the Manhattan skyline, Jane lay in her bed, her mind still fixated on the events of the day. Fred's generosity and the image of the young busker lingered in her thoughts, inspiring her to want to do more. She had decided that she would return to Duke's Restaurant, not as a customer in need, but as someone who wanted to make a difference. Perhaps she could offer to volunteer her time, use her upbringing and education to help Fred expand his philanthropic efforts. As she drifted off to sleep, Jane felt a flicker of excitement in her heart. The sun was high in the sky as Jane made her way to Duke's Restaurant, a skip in her step as she anticipated the conversation she was about to have with Fred. But as she approached the restaurant, her smile faded. A crowd of people had gathered outside, waiting to be seated. Jane's heart sank as she realized that her chance to speak to Fred might have to wait. She decided to wait in the corner of the restaurant, hoping that