Amanda sat on the couch; it surprised me to no end to see Aria huddled into Amanda’s side with tears streaming down her cheeks. Her eyes were red and puffy from crying and I could see evidence of snot on her sleeves from where she must have wiped her nose clean. “Aria has asked me to stay while you three talk as that will help make her feel more comfortable.” Amanda explained.
“Of course, whatever makes her feel more comfortable.” I quickly agreed. I was just relieved that she was finally willing to talk to us and it wasn’t something we had to force this time.
“Aria, would you like to go first?” Amanda encouraged her.
Aria let out a deep breath and fiddled with her hands. “I would like to say that I am sorry.” Aria did not look up at either one of us, and her voice was so soft and brok
