My dad and I both work at the same hospital

don’t you explain it.”

I blink at him.

For a second, I wonder if I’ve misunderstood what he means.

“Explain what?”

He chuckles softly, though there is exhaustion behind the sound.

“That I’m your father.”

The silence that follows is so sudden it feels like the room itself stops breathing.

Ashley stares at him.

Then at me.

Then back at him again.

“I’m sorry… what?continue reading …