Countless Missed Appointments
As Dr. Collins read on, he noticed Sarah had missed more appointments than he initially thought. The absences weren’t random—they seemed to fall at strategic intervals, possibly to avoid scrutiny. It no longer looked like the behavior of a forgetful teen.

The pattern hinted at control, at someone managing when and how she was allowed to be seen. His concern deepened. These weren’t ordinary cancellations—they felt like evasion. Whether Sarah had chosen to skip them or been prevented from attending, the implication was alarming.
