that he was “busy.”
She had believed him.
Lily’s voice trembled.
“She kissed Daddy.”
Vanessa shook her head.
“That is a child’s misunderstanding.”
Judge Whitaker stared at her.
“Do not speak unless I ask you to.”
Lily hugged her rabbit.
“Daddy told me not to tell Mommy.”
Daniel lowered his head.
Judge Whitaker asked:
“Did he tell you why?”
Lily nodded.
“He said Mommy would be angry.”
“And were you afraid?”
“Yes.”
“Why?”
“Because Daddy said the mean lady was going to be my new mommy.”
Emma’s eyes filled with
