Chapter 5

The living room was so quiet that one could hear a pin drop. Everyone was frozen in shock.

Uncle's fork slipped from his hand and hit the floor, but he didn't even notice.

Aunt's mouth was wide open, but she couldn't say a single word.

His cousin covered her mouth, her eyes as wide as saucers.

His mother sat in her chair, her whole body trembling. "Dominic, is this true?"

Dominic didn't say a word. His face went from pale to livid, then turned red.

"Speak up." Dominic's father suddenly slammed his hand on the table. "Is this real or…