Chapter 12 - Leo’s Tests Change Everything
Leo’s toxicology results came back.
They showed exposure to a sedating medication not prescribed to him.
Doctors documented the finding carefully.
They could not determine the exact method of administration from
toxicology alone.
The puncture mark remained relevant physical evidence, but we did not
pretend one mark answered every question.
Investigators examined medical supplies, digital communications, and
access to Leo during the party.
Elaine Porter became a central subject of professional and legal
scrutiny.
Beatrice denied authorizing any medication.
Ryan maintained that he expected only a harmless staged episode.
Those claims would be tested elsewhere.
For me, the medical result ended one question.
Leo had not simply become sleepy because he was tired.
Something had entered his body.
I sat beside him and cried until my face hurt.
Then Leo woke.
He touched my nose.
“Mama.”
One word.
Normal.
May you like
Alive.
That was the only verdict I needed that morning.
