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11He stood up. She remained crouched. When she tried to stand up, she rose a little and then fell back down into a hunch.He pulled as she pushed up until she%u2019s standing. He moved his hands to the sides of her shoulders as she wobbled unsteadily. He waited a moment until she seemed able to support herself. He let go as a test and seeing that she was steadier, he removed his hands completely.%u201cYes, I think so, but it%u2019s at home.%u201d%u201cI can%u2019t stand up. Could you help me please?%u201d%u201cReady?%u201d%u201cYes, of course.%u201dShe nodded. He bent down and put his hands under her armpits.%u201c I see the bike folds. Why don%u2019t we put it in my car, and I take it and you back to your home.%u201dShe seemed cautious.The Samaritan%u2019s Gift