In a world filled with noise, chaos, and fleeting moments, there are some encounters that leave an indelible mark on our hearts. Picture this: a supermarket, a timid boy, and a cashier who became his unexpected hero. As tensions rise and voices clash, one courageous act from a special young boy brings an entire store to a standstill. The supermarket doors slid open with a soft whoosh, and I could already feel William’s tiny hand tighten around mine. My son William is special in ways that break and heal my heart. He doesn’t talk much and is terrified of strangers. The jarring sound of a busy store can send him spiraling into a meltdown, but today, like every other shopping trip, he was surprisingly calm. The reason? Rachel. Rachel was a cashier, but to William,