Chapter 8 – Learning to Heal

Justice didn't erase trauma.
Hannah startled awake from nightmares.
Owen cried whenever unfamiliar voices became too loud.
Ethan blamed himself every day.
Their therapist reminded him gently,
"Guilt keeps you trapped in yesterday."
"Responsibility helps you protect tomorrow."
Slowly, they rebuilt.
Family dinners returned.
Laughter returned.
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The house finally became peaceful.
For the first time since Owen's birth, Hannah smiled without forcing it.