There are no surprises on his face. Only irritation that she lacked discretion.
The mom watched the video a second time, then saved it in three different places.
The next morning, I went to the pediatrician to have Lily examined. The doctor recorded the trace. A social worker then guided her to document everything and know her rights.
Leaving that evening had not been the end of an argument. It was the first time she had stopped protecting their secret.
Sometimes, a single image is enough to find the strength to move forward.
