Full Of Uncertainty
Before calling attention to herself, Ava paused. She could sabotage any chance she had of having a loving family in the future if she spoke out about it here. Although she had no reason to suspect these folks, she just couldn’t suppress her gut instinct.
The Judge Noticed
The judge must have been able to read Ava’s mental dialogue because when she peered in her direction, it was clear that something bothered the young girl. She quickly slammed her hammer to the ground and took a 30-minute break to calm down.