Skeletons In The Family Closet

d out forever before them, with the only sound being the constant hum of the car's engine. Diego's displeasure

road ahead. "Just a little bit more, and hey, I told you

her's long-lost sister. But as they continued driving, Diego had a fresh thought. What if Evelyn's mother is actually his father's sister? What happens if she tells Evelyn the truth? Diego

galow on the outskirts of town. Here we are. Evelyn exclaimed

, "I"m exhausted from the long drive."

Diego took a long breath, bracing himself for what was comi

her eyes. "But why? You're afraid I'll

"No, not that. I just don't want you to introduc

ourself." Eve

ld knock, it swung open. "Evelyn!!!" The woman who o

with emotion, as she went forward a

couldn't help but notice the strong likeness between them, the same smile and gr

tive young man?" she in

better of him. "I"m Diego, Evelyn's...friend."

o meet you, Diego. I'm Maria,Evelyn"'s mother."

relief sweep over him. He'd finally met Evelyn's mot

way, bathing the entrance in a golden glow. Diego entered and quickly looked around, taking in the warm atmosphere of the living room. Eve

" Diego commented, his gaze wandering over

ega said with a light grin. "

n. Evelyn took a seat near him, her fingers brushing against his in a gentle display

she'd be bringing back such a specimen." Mrs. Ortega observ

rtega's presence. "I guarantee yo

ested, her attention moving to the small bar

you." Diego respe

Evelyn replied, gazi

rds." Mrs. Ortega said with a wink be

ut notice Mrs. Ortega's charm and relaxed demeanor. "Your

our father." Evelyn responded, there

is thoughts briefly shifting to Eve

ila. The three of them sipped their beverages and chatted animatedly, taking turns sharing amusing anecdotes and laughing at eac

is father's sister, but he couldn't get over the striking disparities between the two. Mrs. Ortega was easygoing and compassionate, with a fantastic sense

iego and Mrs. Ortega alone. Diego saw an opportunity

elcoming, Mrs. Ortega." Di

." Mrs. Ortega repeate

oceeding. "I couldn't help but won

ed and searched Diego's face. "He was... complex. He was strict a

e story but not wanting to push it too far.

go realized he needed to walk carefully. But one thing was certain,