Susan’s face turned pale as she read the results. Her hands trembled slightly, and for the first time, she looked genuinely shocked.
“I… I didn’t realize,” she stammered, clearly embarrassed by the weight of her actions. “I’m sorry. I never meant to cause so much trouble.”
Emily’s heart softened, seeing the realization in Susan’s eyes. It wasn’t easy for her to admit she had been wrong.
Susan had built these doubts over years, letting them fester until they became a source of tension. But now, faced with undeniable truth, there was no room left for suspicion.
“I’m sorry too,” Emily said gently. “I understand where you were coming from, but it’s time for us to move forward. We’re a family, and we need to act like one.”
Tears welled up in Susan’s eyes, and she nodded, finally seeing the damage her doubts had caused. Mark put his arm around Emily,
