The final chapter!
The next two days since what happened at the Gray's estate, Trent stayed in the house until it was his first day with a doctor, who has personal experience dealing with child abuse.
The doctor's office was painted in a jasmine-color with paneling, a cream-color carpeting, mahogany office furniture and exquisite lighting.
The doctor, Elizabeth Brown, was in a white blouse, black jacket, pencil skirt and shoes and her hair in a bun, was sitting in a red chair.
Trent was in his usual white hoodie, jeans and sneaker and Anton was in a business suit.
Also in the room with them was Dr. Gray in a business suit, Shane in a white shirt, leather jacket, jeans and shoes and Rhonda in a paisley dress, long cardigan and brown cowboy boots.
Trent was sitting next to his father, who wrapped his arms around him while Dr. Gray was sitting between Shane and Rhonda.
"First of all, I want to applause both Trent and Shane, for being absolutely courageous about sharing their stories. The healing and forgiving process is never easy, but with all of you working together, helping each other out and as a family, this is an important first step."
Dr. Gray looked down with his hand on his face and said,
"I'm sorry."
Shane looked at his father. "About what?"
"I should have sense that something was wrong. I always wonder why your mother always wanted to tuck you into bed at night and why you didn't want me to work late."
"I know."
"And I'm sorry, too, Trent."'
"Don't blame yourself, dad."
"I know." He lets out a small smile. "I'm hurt by what happened, that's all."
Dr. Brown continued,
"The first step is to never blame yourself. No matter what, you will always have the courage to move on. Always remember this: you are not alone."
They all smiled as they looked at each other with hope and the power to move on and heal as they were definitely not alone.
THE END!
Sequel coming soon.
