Chapter 6 of 6

A Returning Soldier Uncovers Her Family Secret At Home

A New Beginning For Lily

The quiet neighborhood returned to its peaceful state under the night sky.

Sarah sat on the soft velvet couch inside the bright family room.

She held Lily close against her chest, rocking her back and forth gently.

The soft Santa teddy bear sat comfortably in Lily's small resting lap.

Mother: You were so brave tonight, my little darling baby girl.

Lily looked up at Sarah with big, shining, hopeful brown eyes.

Little Girl: Are you going to stay home with me forever now, Mommy?

Sarah kissed the top of her daughter's forehead with pure emotional warmth.

Mother: I am taking extended reassignment duty right here in Dallas forever.

Lily smiled brightly for the very first time since Sarah walked inside.

The physical wrist bruise would heal completely in just a few days.

The emotional safety of her mother's love was restored forever in full.

Sarah took out a pen and officially revoked all former custody papers.

She knew the legal battle ahead in court would be long and tedious.

Yet she possessed total photographic, medical, and recorded audio evidence for trial.

Her military attorney had already confirmed full custody victory would be granted.

Mother: Nobody will ever threaten or trick our family ever again, sweetheart.

Lily yawned sleepily, resting her heavy head against Sarah's military jacket patch.

Little Girl: I love you so much, Mommy, welcome home from work.

Mother: I love you more than all the stars in the sky, Lily.

The bright foyer lights cast a warm safety across the entire living room.

Justice had prevailed completely over greed, cruelty, and deceitful custody traps.

A mother's protective devotion had saved her child from total emotional danger.

Together in safety, they began the first peaceful night of their new life.