“This doesn’t mean you’re free. We’ll be contacting you when your trial date is fixed.” The officer informed them as he handed Ashley her things.

“Are you ready?” Pamela asked. Empathy filled her eyes looking at her friend. “Give me that.” She took the bag from Ashley's grasp.

“She won’t be returning here.” Pamela said over her shoulders to the officer. The officer simply shook his head, a mocking smile splayed his lips as he thought Pamela was delusional.

She turned to Ashley. “Do you want me to hold you?”

“I can manage.” Her response was drenched in exhaustion.

Still, Pamela moved to hold her arm, giving her support.

Pamela...