Investigators might eventually determine who altered the images, but there was no single magic document that would erase what I’d done.

I still had to look at Megan and say, without qualifications: I believed the worst about you because it was easier than listening.

PART 12

My first meeting with Mason and Bryce took place at Ruth’s childcare center, six weeks after the highway encounter.

Megan stayed within arm’s reach.

Andrea had helped establish a gradual visitation plan, subject to further court review and the children’s health needs.

I brought no extravagant gifts.