And I promise, we’ll get you something to eat very soon.” Lily nodded, still silent, her eyes locked on her mother’s still form. As the paramedics arrived and began attending to Lily’s mother, Jackson and Martinez stayed with the little girl, trying to keep her calm.
The paramedics found out that Lily’s mother, Sarah, was pregnant. Susan, still on the line with Jackson, felt a wave of relief wash over her as the situation was resolved. But that relief was mixed with a profound sadness for the little girl who had been so frightened and confused.