Unmet Expectation

Villain Ch 357. Unmet Expectation

The weight of the question hung in the air like a heavy cloud. Carla's initial warmth seemed to dissipate, her smile fading into a tight line. Her lips pressed together, a subtle sign of her internal struggle.

The shift in the atmosphere was palpable – the once-relaxed living room now steeped in a more somber ambiance. Allen's eyes, keen and observant, caught every nuance of his mother's reaction.

Allen's gaze remained steady, his eyes narrowed with a mixture of curiosity and determination. "Is he related to my biological father?" he repeated the question, his voice a blend of hope and plea.

Carla's gaze met Allen's. With a heavy sigh, she nodded, her expression clouded with a mix of sadness and resignation. "Yes, Allen. He's related to your biological father."