Warnings: A little violence, a lot of angst

Plot Blurb: When Frank is faced with the impossible choice of saving the lives of his family or telling the truth in a court of law, he must decide when the cost of honesty becomes too high a price to pay.

Splash Page: Swiftly, Laura emerged from her hiding place and swung the heavy branch aiming for the intruder’s head. Instinctively, he spun around and stood to face her. Surprise registered on his face seconds before he caught the branch in his hands and snatched it away. Throwing it to the ground he stopped the sneak attack, leaving Laura – and Joe – helpless.

With a gasp, Laura reeled back a few steps. Both hands flew to her mouth as she stifled a scream. For one split second the world stood still as protective mother and suspected assailant stared at each other in utter shock. Regaining her senses, Laura threw herself at the young man…