The answer comes out as quickly as breath. “To not be afraid anymore.” Elin looks at each of us worriedly, her face unable to hide her feelings. Ms. Delphine says, “But you’re safe with us. No one will ever harm you again, darling.” How can she ever understand what I mean? There is no amount of safety to keep you from harm. There is only the safety you can give yourself, and that type of safety is what I need for me.
