What Megan Said

“I’m scared for her,” he admitted, explaining his worry about Julia’s emotional health. “I try to help, but I think she needs real support. Therapy. Maybe medication. She won’t hear it.”

The Truth Revealed

Then, in a moment no one expected, Julia herself arrived.

I recognized her instantly from a photo Sara had shown me. She looked tired, with sunken eyes and smudged makeup, but she stood tall and determined. “I tracked my brother’s phone,” she said in a dry voice. “I figured he might bring her here.”

Sara stood up, protectively holding Megan close. Julia sighed deeply. “I owe you an apology.”Continue reading…