Tranquility and tears
“We’ll make sure this doesn’t happen to anyone else,” assured the detective at the end of the interview. He spoke as if every word was a commitment to be kept. When he had finished, Lisa wrapped Emma in a tight hug, tears streaming down her face. Relief and sadness mingled in that embrace, mourning what had been lost, but also relieved that they were finally facing the truth head on.
Tranquility And Tears
Mark’s silent vow
Beside them, Mark remained silent, his complexion pale, anger simmering silently under his skin. “Let’s make sure he never goes near another child again,” he whispered, with a determination as firm as steel. His vow was a promise engraved in the depths of a father’s protective instinct. The family, united in grief, stood firm, determined to ensure that the storm Emma had faced would end and to protect the future of others from similar harm.
Marcos’ silent vow
