Chapter 048 – Martin’s Lawyer
Chapter 48 - Chapter 048 – Martin’s Lawyer
Martin’s lawyer spoke first for the children.
He said the family was in crisis.
He said I needed support.
He said decisions were made imperfectly but out of concern.
Concern is a remarkable word.
It can wear a clean shirt over almost anything.
Judge Cole listened without expression.
Then she asked, “Did Mrs. Carter consent to being taken to the bus station?”
The lawyer said, “The circumstances are disputed.”
Judge Cole turned to Peter.
“Did your mother ask to go?”
Peter looked at Martin.
Then at me.
Then down.
“No.”
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The room changed.
Truth had entered through the weakest door.
