"No, Mommy didn't yell at me," Maisie said."That's a lie," I replied.I disliked it more than anything when Maisie lied to me, yet she continued to insist that Ellie hadn't raised her voice.I knew Ellie too well for that. Maisie had clearly been scolded. I drew Maisie into my arms and tried to comfort her, then glanced at Ellie with quiet reproach.Ellie, uneasy under my look, stood there stiffly, her guilt written all over her."Daddy, I won't let you get hurt again. This was my fault. I'm sorry, Daddy."She was so lovely in that moment that my heart softened completely."Protecting you is my responsibility. I'm not upset with you."Mike took Maisie with him and stepped out, leaving just Ellie and me in the hospital room.She reached for my hospital gown, intent on checking my injuries herself. The doctor had already taped gauze in place, so there was little to see.Ellie tried the same soft, spoiled tone Maisie used when she wanted something."Fine. Go ahead," I said.S
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