“Papa… my back hurts so much I can’t sleep. Mommy said I’m not allowed to tell you.” — The Whisper That Changed Everything When I Returned Home

The house was silent when I stepped inside, a stark contrast to the usual chaos that greeted me after a business trip. My suitcase thudded softly on the wooden floor, the echo lingering far longer than it should have. I glanced around, expecting Sophie to bound down the hallway, her laughter spilling over as she always did, arms outstretched, ready …

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