Chapter 14: Breaking the Cycle
David found himself standing by a lake on the anniversary of the trial. He had received a letter from Beatrice in prison, full of blame and venom. He didn't read past the first line. He tore it up and let the wind carry the pieces into the water. He realized that family isn't defined by blood; it is defined by safety, respect, and unconditional care. By choosing Clara and Mia, he had successfully broken a generational curse of narcissism and emotional starvation. He walked back to his house, where the sounds of Clara and Mia laughing in the kitchen anchored him to the present.
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