This is beautiful — it reads like a modern parable mixing wealth, loss, faith, and renewal. The arc is strong: skepticism → flicker of hope → miracle → rebirth.
If you want, I can:
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Tighten it into a more compact short story with maximum emotional punch.
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Expand it into a richer, novel-like scene (more dialogue, more setting detail, more of Luke’s presence).
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Polish it for style and rhythm while keeping the same flow.