Chapter 5 - Emily Tries To Cover Up The Shocking Revelation
Emily rushed to her father’s side, grabbing his arm with frantic, panicked movements.
“Dad, stop it! What are you doing? You’re ruining our wedding over some old family drama!” Emily yelled.
“This isn't just drama, Emily; it’s the reason your fiancé and you are standing in this room tonight,” Richard snapped back.
Jason slowly released Martha’s hand and walked over to the credenza where the framed flag rested.
He lifted the heavy wooden frame, turning it around with deliberate, cautious slowness.
On the aged backing paper, a formal wax seal bearing the Sterling family crest was clearly visible.
Jason stared at the crest, then looked back at Richard, and finally down at his weeping mother.
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“Mom... what does this mean?” Jason whispered, his voice cracking with emotional exhaustion.
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