Chapter 4: A Grandfather's Promise

Chapter 4: A Grandfather's Promise
Nathaniel stood beside Lily's hospital bed long after everyone else had left.
He gently brushed a strand of hair away from her peaceful face.
"I'm sorry."
His voice trembled.
"I should have protected you too."
Emma rested her head against his shoulder.
"I don't want revenge."
Nathaniel nodded.
"I know."
"I want the truth."
He looked at his daughter.
"Then that's exactly what we'll fight for."
No headlines.
No public spectacle.
Only facts.
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Only evidence.
Only justice.