High school sweethearts had planned to reunite in Times Square a decade later — instead, a 10-year-old girl approached him there

Ten years ago, on prom night, Peter promised Sally they’d meet on Christmas Eve a decade later in Times Square. That vow became his beacon of hope.

When the day arrived, Peter stood by the towering Christmas tree, searching the crowd for a yellow umbrella—the sign Sally had promised. Instead, a young girl approached, clutching the umbrella with trembling hands.

“Are you Peter?” she asked. Her name was Betty, and with her came a life-altering truth. Sally had passed away two years earlier, but not before giving birth to their daughter. She had kept it a secret, wanting to spare Peter from the burden as he cared for his ailing mother.

Betty carried memories of Sally—her laugh, her dreams, her love for Peter. They spent hours talking, weaving together the pieces of a past Peter hadn’t known and a future he never expected.

Over time, Peter brought Betty home, ensuring they became a family. Together, they visited Sally’s grave, leaving yellow roses—Sally’s symbol of new beginnings.

As snow fell around them, Peter held Betty close. “I’ll never let you go,” he whispered, keeping the promise he’d made a lifetime ago.