“Dad… My Back Hurts So Bad I Can’t Sleep. Mom Told Me Not to Tell You.” I Had Just Walked In From a Business Trip

Monsters are imaginary.

Parents who lose control and choose violence are real.

That is why prevention and intervention matter.

PART 39 — I AM ASKED TO FORGIVE

Sarah’s mother said:

“Eventually, for Lily’s sake, you have to forgive her.”

“No.”

She stared.

“No?”

“For Lily’s sake, I have to protect Lily.”