As for Caleb, he recovered quickly, bouncing back with the resilience only a child possesses. But the incident left its mark. Amber’s reckless actions shattered the fragile peace in the family, and though my brother tried to mend the rift, nothing could erase what she had done.

Through it all, one thing became clear: trust is a fragile thing, and sometimes it takes a moment of crisis to reveal the truth beneath the surface. In Amber’s actions, I saw the culmination of years of pettiness and disregard, and I knew that some wounds might never fully heal. But my priority was Caleb, ensuring he felt safe and loved, no matter what.