Sebastian, his heart heavy with the truth, nodded slowly. The mystery was finally solved, but it was bittersweet. The girl wasn’t in danger, but her story—her quiet struggle for survival—was heartbreaking. She’d waved to him every day to protect her secret.
Sebastian turned to the man, asking softly, “Are you going to press charges?” His heart hoped for mercy. The man looked at the girl, her vulnerability laid bare, and sighed deeply. “No,” he said quietly. “She’s been through enough already.”