Chapter 9 - The Father Comforts His Traumatized And Bleeding Daughter
Richard knelt down on the rug, gently stroking Sophia’s messy brown hair while whispering reassuring words into her ear.
“You’re safe now, pumpkin. The police are here, and nobody will ever hurt you again,” Richard promised softly.
Sophia nodded slowly, her breathing finally beginning to slow down from the terrifying panic attack.
“Can we call Grandma? Or go to a hotel?” five-year-old Leo asked quietly from his father's side.
“We’re going to go to the hospital to make sure your sister’s face is okay, and then we’re going somewhere safe,” Richard replied.
Officer Miller walked over, nodding respectfully to Richard while holding a notepad in his hand.
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“Mr. Bennett, paramedics are outside with the ambulance. They need to examine the children right away,” the officer advised.
“Thank you, Officer. I’ll ride with them to the medical center,” Richard agreed, standing up carefully with Sophia in his arms.
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