A.N: I was so close to giving you that big plot twist—like, dangerously close. I even wrote a full scene in Reece's point of view and sat there staring at it, ready to hit upload. But I promised myself I'd take it slow with this one. I want you guys to sit with the tension a bit longer, to feel that slow burn of suspense before the story punches you in the gut (in the best way possible). And no, this upcoming twist isn't the twist of the story—it's just the spark. The match that sets everything else on fire. Anyway, let's dive in. Enjoy!
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Before Reece can get another word out, the door swings open—and in comes my entire family like a gust of wind I wasn't ready for.
I blink fast, my eyes wide, darting from face to face. My dad. My mom. Joe. Alex. All of them here. My heart stutters.
