Chapter 82

Maximus

"Are you ready, my wife?" I asked Sarina. She looked at me and gave a slight smile. Today was the day of her scheduled consultation with a psychologist recommended by Dr. Jerold.

At first, she was hesitant because she didn’t want to remember what had happened to her. She said she feared she wouldn’t be able to handle it, especially since she was already terrified just from the nightmares. But after giving it some thought, she decided to face it to hold whoever harmed her accountable.

"Hi, I’m Dr. Miraez."

"Good morning, doc," I greeted, then glanced at Sarina, who gave a hesitant smile. "She’s my wife, Sarina."

"Hello, Ma’am Sarina." My wife just nodded as she tightened her grip on my arm. "Please, have a seat." And so we did.

At first, the doctor asked Sarina gentle questions, ones that wouldn’t trigger her trauma. I noticed my wife gradually becoming more comfortable, and the doctor handed her a form to fill out. "I believe Mrs. Lardizabal will be able to handle everything. B