Emily gripped her spoon.
David took her hand.
« You don’t have to be afraid. »
The little girl whispered:
« I used to sleep there… when I was naughty. »
Silence filled the room.
The social worker closed her notebook.
« Ms. Janet Walker, you’ll have to come with us. »
Janet went white.
« This is ridiculous. »
The officers approached.
« Please cooperate. »
As they led her out of the house, Janet glared at David.
« You ruined your marriage. »
David replied without raising his voice.
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