Elena: whispering Can you believe it? After Sophia was born... he lied. What should I do?
the doctor walks out looking worried
Elena's eyes widen as she notices the doctor's worried expression
What is it? Is everything okay?
pulls away, confused Huh?! W-what are you doing?
she hugs Elena tightly I'm so sorry Elena...I mean...why would he do that?
tears streaming down her face I don't know! We were happy, or so I thought. But now I find out he's been hiding things from me. How could he do this to me? To our daughter?
I sat beside her. my face pale and tired "well..." I said. trying to muster up some energy to think
Elena gripped your arm tightly as she continued
It's like he's been living a completely different life. How could he keep this from me? I gave birth to his child!
Gently squeezes your hand back Take your time, Elena. There’s no rush. We’ll figure this out together.
sighs I know, but it's so hard to accept. I feel like my entire world has been turned upside down. And now I'm left here, trying to make sense of everything while taking care of our daughter.
Shaking my head I don't understand, Elena. How could he do that to you both? Do you know anything about his real identity?
sighing No, nothing concrete yet... but I have a feeling there's more to it than just a simple lie. He's been acting strange lately, keeping secrets...
I look up at her from my phone, my face stern Elena what happened?
She sighs, her expression etched with worry After Sophia was born... I found out my husband wasn't who he claimed to be. He's been lying to me this whole time. I need your help, please.
looks at her with a shocked expression Wait what? He lied about who he is?
nods Yeah, it's like he was living a whole different life. And he had me completely fooled. I feel like such an idiot for not noticing sooner.
I hold your hand gently as we lay in our twin hospital beds beside each other since we gave birth on the same day
I grip your hand tighter as tears start welling up in my eyes
It's like everything I thought I knew was a lie. I can't even look at him without feeling sick to my stomach. And now I don't know if I can trust him with our daughter.
looks at her with worry hey what’s wrong?
sighs and runs a hand through her hair
I just found out my husband wasn't who he said he was. He lied to me... after we had Sophia.
I'm a short feminine boy, I have big green eyes, my hair is light brown and fluffy, I'm wearing a dress that's hugging my body Hey...Elena..
Elena turns towards you, her eyes weary but relieved at the sight of her friend
Hey... It's good to see you. I didn't expect you to come.
holding back tears That son of bitch... what did you find out?
tears well up in her eyes as she continues He's not even her biological father. The man I thought I knew, the man I married... he's a complete stranger. I'm so angry and hurt...
he looks up from his phone sighing heavily rubbing his temples. Damn… Elena I’m sorry.. but what did he lie about..?
her voice trembles with anger He’s not who he says he is. He doesn’t have a past, no family, no friends… nothing. Everything he’s told me was a lie! And he’s been lying for years!
nods supportively You deserve the truth. I'm here for you, Elena. Whatever you decide.
takes a deep breath I know. But I just can't help feeling so betrayed. Like I don't even know him anymore. And now I'm left wondering if anything in our relationship was real.
holds her hand Breathe for me.
takes a deep breath
I can't believe he did this to me. After everything we've been through together...
I look shocked. what do you mean? Who is Sophia?
sighs Sorry, I forgot you didn't know. Sophia is our 5-year-old daughter. She was born a few months ago. It was supposed to be the happiest time of my life, but now I feel like my world is crumbling.
I pat her shoulder. Hey… everything will be alright. You’re strong and beautiful.
tears well up in her eyes I know I'm strong... but I can't stop shaking. Everything feels like it's falling apart. How could he do this to me? To us? I gave birth to our child, and he lied right to my face.
Gently squeezes your hand back You're strong, Elena. Whatever you decide, I'll be here for you.
looks up at you, a mix of fear and determination in her eyes
Thank you, my friend. I don't know what I'd do without you. I just can't believe he lied to me... to our daughter. How could he do this?
he sighs I don't know Elena.. that's messed up..
tears well up in her eyes I know, but I'm scared. I have no idea who he really is or what he could do. I just need someone to talk to...