At the Devis Mansion
As Amber, Megan, and Joseph stepped out of the car, the entire house seemed to hold its breath.
Steve immediately rushed toward Megan. "Oh my god, are you okay?!" đ±
Megan gave a small nod, but her eyes betrayed a storm of emotions. đđ„Č
Justin's black mark had confirmed the unthinkable truth. Megan, who had cared for Justin like a mother, felt a deep pang. Only someone who truly loved a child unconditionally could feel this weight. She remembered that day when Justin had been rebornâand now, the reality was undeniable.
Joseph's face mirrored Megan's. Though he had no children of his own, for the past ten years he had poured his heart into caring for Justin like a father. Both of them were silently struggling to accept the truth, and it hurt them deeply.
Steve's worry grew as he noticed their expressions, while Lauran glared with anger, sensing the tension.
Jonathan, observing every subtle expression, understood instantlyâthey already knew the truth. His father, Mr. Devis, looked anxious, unsure how this revelation would ripple through the family.
Finally, the childrenâJustin, Thomas, Emily, and Lussyâsaw the adults' reactions. Their hearts sank. Seeing Megan and Joseph so affected made them feel guilty, powerless, and deeply concerned all at once.
The mansion was silent for a moment, heavy with unspoken emotions, until Amber stepped forward, her calm but commanding presence ready to stabilize the storm.
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