The Unraveling Truth
Just as life seemed to settle into a comfortable rhythm, an unexpected revelation shattered the fragile peace we had built. One evening, as I tucked Maggie into bed, she hesitated before speaking, her small voice laced with uncertainty.
“Mommy, New-Dad asked me to keep a secret. Is that okay?”
My heart pounded. I knew children kept innocent secrets—like hiding a favorite toy or planning a surprise—but something in her tone sent a chill through me.
“You can always tell me anything, sweetheart. What secret?” I asked gently…
