Jen. Urgent. She’d discovered the truth: Shelly had lied. The paternity test had been arranged through her father, and Jen believed the results were fake. Shelly had been seeing other men during that time and chose Ryan for his stability and our family’s support. The wedding was called off. Ryan was devastated, but the truth set him free. Shelly moved in with her father,

and we began to heal. Ironically, the crisis brought Jen and me closer. Through our shared concern, we found common ground and support. The aftermath was tough, but in time, Ryan grew stronger. Our family, tested by lies, came through united. The storm passed, and in its place came clarity, peace, and a fresh start—for all of us.