Truth

As soon as Moni was gone, Ashly's gaze turned to Alex, who swallowed heavily and tried not to shake too noticeably. "If I'd known," he said, still stuck on Adom as my son, "nothing could have stopped me from coming back to you." "Do you remember when I told you about one surprise before I left for my university?" Ashly asked him in a cold tone, which made Alex gulp. "Yea" "I was pregnant at that time, but I don't want to tell you because you have your own duties. After you didn't come, I went to see you by myself, but of course I couldn't find you." "Ashly, I am sorry". "If it's not my son, Alex, I never even want you to see my face". Ashly's scent soured. It wasn't the harsh burning-plastic smell just yet, but more like vinegar, sad, and a little wry. "I wasn't enough on my own; is that what you're saying?" "No, that's not what I—" Alex scrubbed his hands through his hair in frustration. He was exceptionally aware of Adom, watching them avidly with his little hand still clutched in As