#18: Confronting the Truth
Jamie couldn’t stand the gnawing doubts anymore. Over drinks, he brought up the drawing—his daughter’s sketch of Stacy, Lauren, and a strange man dressed like him. The moment Ben heard it, his expression shifted ever so slightly. A flicker of surprise, quickly masked by a forced calm.
Sensing he’d hit a nerve, Jamie pushed harder, asking if Ben knew anything about the man. Ben hesitated before answering. Finally, he said he’d help Jamie get to the bottom of things. But Jamie wasn’t sure—was Ben offering help, or covering his tracks?