Inspired, Leo decided to rebuild. He didn't wait for someone to rescue him.
He started baking at home again with the little equipment he had left.

He told his customers, I won't let you down. I'll keep serving you, even if it's just a small amount for now.

The town's people admired his courage. Many of them started helping him.
Some donated ingredients, others gave small amounts of money,

and a few offered their time to help him clean and repair the bakery.

Leo realized something important: When you work hard and never give up, people notice.
They want to help someone who helps themselves.