#Chapter 11: The Truth Unfolding

Liam’s POV “What does he mean by that?” I asked, my eyes narrowing as I caught the odd phrasing in Joe’s words. The question hovered in the air, tension high between us. Aria didn’t hesitate. She stepped in quickly, her voice firm and decisive. “He mistook you for someone else.” “Mistook me?” I repeated, my pulse quickening as the implications of her words began to settle. Could it be…? But before I could pursue that line of thought, Joe’s small, trembling voice interrupted. “Yes, I mistook you for my dad. I’m sorry.” His words came out in a rush, his gaze fixed on the floor, avoiding mine. The tension in the room seemed to ease slightly, like a rope being loosened just enough to breathe. But then, just as the moment began to cool, William came barreling out from behind the doorway. His face was twisted in fury, eyes blazing with an emotion that was too raw for someone his age. Without warning, he lunged at Joe, shoving him hard. Joe stumbled back, his small