I wanted both moments acknowledged.

I wanted the harm investigated.

I also wanted Hailey’s life to become larger than the worst afternoon she’d ever experienced.

PART 15

When the prosecutor’s office finally called, I was parked outside the pediatric clinic.

The woman on the phone introduced herself as assistant prosecutor Megan Price and explained that the office had reviewed the available evidence.

They intended to proceed with criminal charges related to the alleged mistreatment and injury.

She also explained that any charges were allegations until resolved by the court.