Seb stared at the ground for a long time, not making eye contact with the social worker sitting in front of us. The social worker, Matilda, decided to meet with Seb and Dax the day after their father actually was arrested and sent to prison. I was with them because Seb told me he really needed the support.

I was sitting beside Seb with our hands intertwined. I could tell he was nervous about the possible outcomes judging by how hard he was squeezing my hand.

"So," Matilda said. "I bet the two of you are wondering what's going to happen."

Seb scoffed. "Obviously."

Matilda ignored Seb's attitude. "Seeing as...