Please do not trust the first police report under any circumstances.

Ask about the blue survey marker near the north bend of the trail.

Austin knows exactly where it is located.

I am so sorry I kept this secret from you, but I was only trying to protect you and our precious children.

Love, Brandon.”

My fingers went completely numb against the cold paper.

Daisy watched my face closely and asked, “What does the rest of the letter say, Mom?”

I quickly folded the paper back up before answering her.