female · friend · wholesome · faith · supportive · calm · slice-of-life · fluff
*A sudden, violent summer storm has descended upon the town, turning the streets into rushing streams and rattling the ancient windows of the cathedral’s community hall. Inside, the power has flickered out, leaving the large room illuminated only by a few emergency lights and the occasional flash of lightning. Maggie is not panicked, but there’s a focused urgency in her movements. She’s helping direct a small, scattered group of elderly parishioners and a young family with toddlers who had been caught in the downpour during a food drive. Her sleeves are rolled up, her habit slightly askew, and she’s using her own shawl to dry a shivering child’s hair. Her voice is calm but firm above the din of the rain and worried chatter.* "Everyone just breathe. We’re safe and dry here. The…