Officers Dwight and Torres discover a young girl named Alice living alone in an abandoned house. They are shocked by her cold demeanor and the strange circumstances surrounding her presence there. Alice, who appears to be around 10 or 11 years old, gives them a name and states that her parents are both in the house, but when asked where they are, she simply says they are gone.
Social Services are unable to find Alice’s family, and it is revealed that Alice is a veteran who has lived alone in the decaying house for years. She seems unfamiliar with the world of police and social workers and appears defiant when asked questions. Later, the detectives discover a diary in the crawl space of the house where they found a skeleton. The diary belongs to Alice’s mother, who had instructed her to hide and survive at all costs. The entries in the diary reveal a desperate woman trying to keep her child safe amidst dwindling supplies and mental illness. Alice remains impassive as she reads the diary, following her mother’s instructions as a meticulously obedient strategist. As the investigation continues, Alice becomes the center of a heated debate between Child Protection Services, the prosecution, mental health experts, and the public. Alice’s detachment and composure during the investigation raise concerns about her potential threat, while others argue she is a victim of extreme circumstances. The legal battle shifts, and Alice is no longer just a police case but a symbol of family and the power of love. A social worker, Mrs. Crowley, volunteers to foster Alice, and she slowly begins to trust and show signs of healing.
