Dana came in and explained that traumatic memories could appear as sensations, nightmares, and sudden fear, and that support was available when Chloe was ready.

“I don’t want everyone to look at me as a victim forever,” Chloe whispered after Dana left.

“Then they won’t,” I told her.

“They’ll look at you as Chloe.”

“Promise?”

“I’ll do my best.

But you’ll have to remind me when I forget.”

She smiled at that.