Rain poured down on New York City, turning the bustling streets into a sea of umbrellas and reflections on the drenched asphalt. Raindrops hit Alexander Grayson’s windshield like little water explosions, but he barely noticed the storm.

Focused, he mentally reviewed every detail of his upcoming business presentation. As CEO of one of the city’s largest financial corporations, his every move was timed to perfection. Emotions were a luxury, reserved for moments outside the corporate world, where pragmatism reigned supreme.

Yet something was about to disrupt his relentless rhythm that day. Stopped at a traffic light, Alexander spotted a figure that didn’t blend with the cityscape. On the corner of the sidewalk, a young woman holding a baby in her arms huddled under the heavy rain, trying to shield the little one with her own body.