Dr. Reynolds met them in a private room, laying out the results in stark detail. Kimberly was severely malnourished, her body showing signs of prolonged nutritional neglect. “This isn’t just about a missed meal or two,” Dr. Reynolds said, her gaze unwavering. “This is systematic deprivation.”

Kimberly’s father shifted uncomfortably in his seat. “There must be some mistake,” he insisted. “We’ve always provided for our children.”