When Marcus saw his newborn daughter for the first time, his world turned upside down. The baby’s pale skin, blonde hair, and blue eyes looked nothing like him, leaving him with a storm of doubt. His wife Elena had a long-held secret—one that would test their love and trust like never before.
The day Elena told me we were expecting, I was overjoyed. Starting our family felt like a dream come true. But as her pregnancy progressed, things started to shift.
“I don’t want you in the delivery room,” she said one evening, avoiding my eyes.
Her request shocked me. “Why not? What’s wrong?”
“It’s just something I need to do alone,” she replied softly.
Hurt but wanting to respect her wishes, I agreed. Still, unease lingered, growing as her due date drew closer.
The morning of the delivery, I kissed Elena goodbye at the hospital doors. Hours later, the doctor called me to the delivery room. As I walked in, I saw Elena holding our baby, her face filled with exhaustion and love. Relief turned to confusion when I noticed the baby’s features—so unlike ours.
“What’s this?” I asked, my voice breaking.
Elena’s expression turned fearful. “Marcus, I can explain—”
I couldn’t listen. “Did you cheat on me? Is she even mine?”
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