My son's new girlfriend confessed that she had known my husband for years.

Exterior view of the house | Source: Midjourney

All color left her face.

"Laura," he gasped.

I crossed my arms.

"So, what kind of business trip were you on this time, Thomas?"

He gritted his teeth.

"I can... I can explain."

"Perfect," I said calmly and went in. "I was hoping so. Because Ryan decided to introduce me to his girlfriend. And when we met, she mentioned you. I hope you have an explanation ready."

Sophie and Ryan were standing behind me, embarrassed, and Sophie looked like she was about to cry again. Ryan looked like he wanted to hit Thomas.
The woman was standing on the porch with her hands in her pockets. | Source: Midjourney

A woman stood on a porch, her hands in her pockets | Source: Midjourney

Then a voice rang out in the corridor.