A day later, Paityn came to pick up Tegan at the Brookesville detention center. As she walked out of those high walls, Tegan stood beside a black car. An indescribable weariness was etched on her face.

Tegan immediately stepped forward, asking, “How’s Mom, Tegan?”

Paityn gently brushed Tegan's hair. After a moment of silence, the former spoke softly, “I consulted with a lawyer. In this case, your actions are considered self-defense. However, Mom’s actions are considered excessive defense and d