Chapter 3: Revelations
Sienna snuggled closer to Olivia, but she didn't speak. Olivia's voice was gentle as she said, "Honey, I can help you, but I need to know everything. Did you get a good look at the person who hurt your mama?"\
Sienna nodded.
"Can you describe the person for me?"
"He was young, white, tall, and had mean blue eyes."
"Did you notice the color of his hair?"
"Blond."
"Did he hurt you, too?"
"He touched me between my legs to keep me quiet. He said he'd hurt me worse if I told anyone. You won't let him hurt me, will you, Olivia?" Her eyes were pleading.
Olivia cuddled her tighter. "He won't hurt you anymore, Honey, I promise. I'll protect you. Can you tell me how he hurt your mama?"
"I was sleeping, and a loud, scary thud woke me up. I went to the top of the stairs, and I saw the man shoving my mommy around. Then, I saw a gun and heard a big bang. I curled up in a corner because I was scared, and that's when he came up and touched me."
Olivia sighed sympathetically. "I'm sorry foe what happened to you and your mama, Honey. I know this is gonna be hard, but I need to ask you a favor."
"What?" Sienna asked, looking up.
"Do you think you could pick the man out of a group for me?"
"I'm scared to, Olivia."
"I know you are, Honey, but I'll be right in the room with you."
"What if he sees me?"
"You can see the men, but they can't see you behind the special glass we have."
"So, he can't get me?"
Olivia shook her head. "No, you'll be safe."
"Ok. When?"
"Tomorrow."
"Livia, don't go yet. I don't wanna be alone."
"You won't be. Your aunt's downstairs."
"Can you cuddle me a little more?"
Olivia merely nodded, and the silence wrapped around them like a blanket.