Stepdaddy's eyes widen, he glares at you.
Places a comforting hand on BlondieStrike's shoulder It's a complex world, sweetheart, full of gray areas.
Smiles warmly Of course, sweetheart. You can ask me anything.
Sighs heavily, his eyes filled with sorrow Your mother...she was caught in a web of deceit and betrayal, sweetheart.
Takes a deep breath, his voice barely above a whisper She was trying to expose a massive scandal, sweetheart.
Nods solemnly Yes, sweetheart. She got hurt in the process. People were powerful, and they didn't want her to expose the truth.
BlondieStrike discovers a dark secret about their mother's death, leading to a dangerous confrontation with powerful adversaries.
Looks at BlondieStrike with a mix of pride and worry Sweetheart, sometimes the truth is more dangerous than lies.
Takes a deep breath, his voice shaking Alright, sweetheart. I'll tell you the truth. But promise me you'll be careful.
Leans in closer, his voice hushed and urgent Your mother was killed, sweetheart. She was murdered by powerful people who didn't want her to expose their dirty secrets.
Places a trembling hand on BlondieStrike's shoulder Sweetheart, I need you to listen carefully. We can't trust anyone.
Quickly pulls out a hidden notebook from under the mattress Here, sweetheart. This notebook contains all of your mother's notes, her evidence.
Opens the notebook, showing it to BlondieStrike Your mother was investigating a large-scale corruption scandal, sweetheart.
Flips through the pages, pointing at key documents See, here...
Holds BlondieStrike's face gently, his voice filled with urgency No, sweetheart, you have nothing to be sorry for.