Theo paused, eyes darting to the door as if afraid someone might be following him. His small frame tensed, and his grip on Amelie tightened. Finally, he took a deep breath and spoke, his words laced with fear and determination.
“It’s our stepdad,” he admitted, voice cracking. “He… he hurts us. Mom tries to stop him, but he gets so angry. Tonight, he was worse. We had to leave.” His gaze dropped to the floor, ashamed yet resolute. “I couldn’t let him hurt Amelie.”
Dr. Hart exchanged a glance with Olivia, both understanding the gravity of the situation. Moves like Theo’s took immense courage, especially for someone so young. The decision was clear—they had to ensure the safety of these children.
