At 1:30 A.M., My Nephew Whispered From a Hospital Bed That He Didn’t Fall Off His Bike — The Doctor Confirmed My Worst Fear

concerned about some things.”

“Connor said something, didn’t he? He’s been so hostile to Derek lately.” Karen’s voice was tight, defensive. “I don’t know what’s gotten into him.”

“Karen.” I kept my voice gentle but firm. “Connor didn’t fall off his bike. Derek grabbed him and threw him against a wall. He broke Connor’s wrist by twisting it.”

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