“I kept asking for the thermometer,” she whispered.

“They told me I’d lose your respect if I couldn’t manage one baby.”

I bent my head to the blanket so she would not see my face.

PART 9

The detective returned after Jenna’s doctors said she could tolerate a short interview.

I stayed outside the room at Jenna’s request; she wanted to describe the last four days without worrying about how I would react.

While I waited, I called my manager, Dean Hollowell.