The room was tense with anticipation as Ariel sat down, her children by her side. Lisa, Grandpa, and Caleb were all present, their eyes fixed on her with a mix of curiosity and accusation. Star, ever the curious one, was asking questions and exploring his surroundings, playing with his half-brother Austin, while Moon was shy and clinging to her mother's lap.
Ariel, however, was not interested in answering any questions. She sat silently, her eyes fixed on some point in front of her, her expression unreadable. Lisa, frustrated by the silence, spoke up.
"Ariel, how could you just disappear like that? You were pregnant with our grandchildren, and you didn't even bother to tell us?"
Ariel's response was a sarcastic laugh.
“You're blaming me for this? Your son Chase didn't even bother to t
