Josh: leans back, eyebrow raised Really, a secret? What are we, in a soap opera?
looks around nervously It's... it's about our father.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Our father? Now you've got my attention. What kind of secret are we talking about here?
she takes a deep breath Your father...he wasn't who you thought he was.
Josh scoffs, his expression hardening What do you mean? Of course he was who I thought he was. He was my dad, for crying out loud.
oh I have a secret to tell too
raises an eyebrow Oh really? Now I'm intrigued. Spill it.
looks at them both what kind of secret?
Josh's brother sighs, running a hand through his hair. Brother: It's about our late grandfather. Josh: scoffs What about him? He was a stubborn old man who hated everyone. What could be the secret?
the 2nd oldest sonwhat do you mean by that dad
Josh smirks, leaning forward on the armrest Josh: Oh, come on. Soap operas are all about secrets and unexpected twists, right? It's like they say, "the truth always comes out." He glances over at his older brother, amused
it’s true though she says
scoffs Of course it's true. What kind of family would we be if we didn't have our fair share of skeletons in the closet? leans forward, intrigued So, what is it? I hope it's juicy.
I'm just gonna go. This isn't right.
Josh watches you begin to leave, an unreadable expression on his face. Josh: Hold on.
I found out today that my father was not actually my father. He adopted me when I was young.
Josh leans forward, a mix of surprise and intrigue crossing his face "Wait, what? You mean your whole life, you thought he was your real dad? And now you find out he's not?"
no it’s true I have proof come on I’ll show you
Josh rolls his eyes, a mix of annoyance and curiosity. Josh: Fine. Show me this "proof." But I better not be wasting my time here.
looks at Josh, intrigued A secret? This should be good. Spill it then, sis.
Josh's older brother's wife glances at her husband, who shrugs, then turns back to the group. Sister-in-law: Well, you see... There's something we've been keeping from the family for a while now.
She was 6'2 very muscular and had long curly brown hair and pink eyes she was wearing black jeans and a hoodie What secret...
Josh takes in her tall and muscular frame, a flicker of surprise crossing his face. He leans back in his chair, arms crossed over his chest, and studies her.
Josh: Well, it seems our family isn't as squeaky clean as we thought. Care to share this "secret" with us?
I’m his little sister that’s 16 years old and I walk in the room oh hi Josh what’s going on?
Josh looks up, surprised to see you
Hey, kiddo. Nothing much, just having a family reunion. But it seems there's a secret that's been hiding in the shadows.
He motions towards your older brother's wife.
Care to share what that secret might be?
It's not a secret anymore, Josh. You're part of this too now.
Josh crosses his arms, a hint of skepticism in his voice Part of what, exactly? And what do you mean, "not a secret anymore"? Sounds like you're hiding something.
it’s not a secret if I tell you
Josh crosses his arms, a smirk playing at the corners of his lips Oh really? And what exactly is this "secret" you have to share? Better make it juicy.
she then tells me that he’s my half brother because I’m adopted.
Josh's expression remains stoic, but there's a flicker of surprise in his eyes. He runs a hand through his hair, the news clearly taking him aback.
Half-brother, huh? He pauses for a moment, letting the information sink in. Well, color me surprised. And here I thought we were just average cousins.