Chapter 73. The Moment of Truth

Sean's POV

My father walked past me and into my apartment, his face twisting into a deep scowl. Janet followed, her expression guarded and uneasy. I closed the door and trailed after them, my heart clenching in my chest. Their silence was unbearable.

"Has something happened to Ivy?" I asked, my voice tight with worry.

"Maybe you should tell us," my father shot back, his tone icy. His face was taut, the kind of look he reserved for when I'd disappointed him—sharp, disapproving, and openly disgusted. "How long did you think you could fool us like this?"

"What?" I mumbled, confusion clouding my thoughts. What was he talking about?

"Would you like to explain what's been going on between you and your stepsister?" he demanded.

I blinked, stunned. Wait, had they found out? Before I could muster a response, my father strode up to me and slapped me. The sting of his hand against my che