A Startling Absence
The father gently examined his newborn daughter, eyes searching for the telltale birthmark that every family member shared. But no matter how closely he looked, it wasn’t there. His heart grew heavy with unease.
He tried to reassure himself that maybe it would appear later, hidden beneath the soft folds of baby skin. But as he turned to meet his son’s serious gaze, he saw a quiet affirmation of his worst fears. Something didn’t sit right, and pretending otherwise no longer felt possible.
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