Chapter 95 He Tried to Take the Kid Away

"A guy claiming to be Emily's dad showed up earlier, trying to take her by force. I checked with Emily, and she didn't recognize him. So, I didn't let him take her." The teacher's description was simple, yet it left Charlotte feeling deeply unsettled. Charlotte said, "Emily's family's been dealing with some problems lately. Glad you stopped him from taking her. Otherwise, explaining it to her mom would've been tough." To prevent Pierce from causing further trouble, Charlotte felt compelled to share the previous night's events. She urged the teacher to be extra vigilant. "This kid's life seems really tough. Don't worry, we'll make sure she's well protected." "Thank you so much." Finally, when school was dismissed, the teacher brought Emily and the other children out as usual. Emily's expression, less panicked than in the morning, now hinted at a smile. Though not as carefree as other kids, she seemed better than before. Recovery from trauma takes time. Lilya, usually clingy to h