Saule staggered and slumped onto the sofa, her face drained of color and struggling for breath.

Pearl quickly sat beside her, gently rubbing her back. "Mom, don't stress too much. It might not be as serious as it seems."

Richard offered his reassurance, "Ma'am, there's no need for worry. Pearl is outstanding, so her biological father must be a decent man, given how amazing she is.' Saule glanced at Pearl, trying to comfort herself with the thought. Indeed, having such a wonderful daughter implied the father was remarkable too.

Yet, for Saule, the idea that she had a child with a man unknowingly was deeply shameful.

"I hope you're right..." She sighed deeply and began to cry.

"Mom, don't worry. I'll find the truth about what happened back then," Pearl promised.

if the truth should be

"

it, perhaps it was for the best. But what if she did? The father might not recognize them or

might be easier not to search for him. Discovering his identity could

let it go. Let bygones be bygones." She

know. It's better to solve this mystery," Pearl argued, believing Saule

you really want

question caught Pearl off guard. She realized she hadn't considered Saule's feelings, who might not want

top of Saule's. "If you're against it, we won't search for

for wanting to prevent Pearl

Whatever you decide, I'm with you," Pearl said

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