Chapter Twenty-Two
Gemma
“Mom, I don’t know that I need to feel more free,” I offered as I adjusted the phone against my ear and stirred the pasta on the stove.
“Honey, I’m just saying it’s a way to take back your part of the story. I hate how everything went back then. While I am absolutely furious that man was allowed to continue coaching and has since gone on to a***e other girls, I’m also relieved it’s all coming out now. The truth will set you free.”
“Oh God,” I groaned. “Now we’re back to clichés.”
My mother was undeterred. “Clichés become clichés for a reason. Because they make sense, and they can be meaningful. I couldn’t protect you from him before, and I wasn’t able to make sure he was held accountable. I think it might be empowering for you to be a part of this case.”
“Mom
