He Tried to Get Her to Open Up
Sarah seemed to wrestle with herself before revealing more. “He has… some years on me,” she said, instantly regretting the words. The innocence in her voice made the statement feel even more jarring. Dr. Collins couldn’t hide his discomfort. The age gap was significant.

He leaned forward, gently probing, “Are you talking about your husband?” Sarah didn’t respond. She stayed silent, her expression frozen. That silence said enough. The truth, however uncomfortable, had started to reveal itself. The doctor now realized this might not just be a medical case—it could be something far more serious and potentially criminal.
