Chapter 34 How Dare You Turn Off Your Phone

After that, there was total silence..

Caroline was speechless at the door, her mind filled with questions. 'Who is the child Mom is talking about? It can't possibly be me. I am definitely Dad's child. Yes, his behavior has changed drastically over the years, but he was always a responsible father when I was young.'

Caroline shook her head, dismissing the wild thoughts from her mind.

Opening the door and entering, she found Katie sitting on the bed with an angry expression.

"Mom, did you argue with Dad again?"

Startled by her daughter's presence, Katie turned to look at Caroline with a hint of panic. "Why didn't you tell me you were here?"

Caroline took a seat beside the bed. After a brief silence, she inquired, "Mom, what did you mean when you mentioned a child who isn't Dad's?"

Avoiding eye contact, Katie replied, "It's a child from one of your father's relatives. It has nothing to do with you. Don't meddle in this."

Caroline sensed something amiss, but she wasn't sure how t