“They’re arranging that now.”

We did not close a missing-person search because someone typed the right name.

The advocate coordinated a confidential meeting where identity and welfare could be checked, and where Mara could receive independent legal advice before discussing the roadside placement.

Her statement might help protect her children.

It might also expose her to consequences.

She needed to understand both.

The meeting took place at an office used by the advocate, separate from the room where Caleb and his attorney were preparing for the custody review.

At 8:15 on Friday morning, the door opened.