But one message discussed the need to “make the historic Northbridge activity look consistent with Rebecca’s approvals.” Another included an attachment containing a revised report created after the dates it purported to summarize.

Hannah started crying while she spoke.

“I was twenty-four and scared to lose the job,” she said.

“I didn’t know someone had gone to prison based on those records.”

I wanted to tell her that ignorance did not restore my life.

I also wanted to thank her for bringing what she had.

I chose the only sentence I knew was wholly true.

“I’m glad you’re here now.”