Secrets Unveiled

Chapter 17

Sarah and Taylor accompanied Jessamyn to the testing facility. Together, they navigated the unfamiliar corridors, their collective nerves palpable in the air. Taylor's presence provided Jessamyn with a sense of reassurance, his unwavering support serving as a source of strength during this crucial moment.

Inside the facility, they were greeted by a trained technician who explained the process to them. Taylor stood by Jessamyn's side as she underwent the procedure, offering words of encouragement and comfort throughout. Despite the underlying tension, there was a sense of unity and determination among them as they embarked on this journey together.

Once the sample was collected, they returned to the hotel, where they anxiously awaited the results. Taylor and Sarah shared a quiet moment of reflection, their hopes and fears intertwined as they contemplated the possibility of Jessamyn being their daughter. The outcome of the test held the potential to reshape their lives in ways they couldn't yet comprehend.

Several tense hours passed before Sarah's phone finally buzzed with a notification. With trembling hands, she unlocked the device to reveal the email containing the results of Jessamyn's DNA test. Taylor and Jessamyn huddled close beside her, their expressions a mix of anxiety and anticipation.

As Sarah read the email aloud, a wave of emotion washed over them. The results confirmed what they had hoped for all along: Jessamyn was indeed their daughter. Tears of relief and joy streamed down Sarah's cheeks, while Taylor enveloped Jessamyn in a tight embrace, overcome with emotion.

With tears still glistening in their eyes, Sarah, Taylor, and Jessamyn found solace in each other's embrace.

"I can't believe this is real," Jessamyn whispered, her voice choked with emotion. "To think that I've only just found out about all of this..."

Sarah reached out to grasp Jessamyn's hand, her heart overflowing with love for the daughter she had only just discovered. " I have always wanted this, sweetheart," she murmured, her voice trembling with emotion. "You were always in my heart, even when I didn't know where to find you."

Taylor wrapped his arms around them both, his eyes shining with tears of joy. "We may have lost so much time, but now we have the chance to make up for it," he said, his voice filled with conviction. "Nothing will ever tear us apart again."

In that moment, surrounded by the warmth of their newfound family, they knew that their bond was unbreakable. Together, they would embark on a journey of love, healing, and rediscovery, united by the unshakeable strength of their shared connection.

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After an hour of spending time together, just the three of them, they got everyone together to share the news of their newfound family bond.

Taylor let Sarah give them the news, that way he could hold Natalie's hand when she learned that Jessamyn was in fact his daughter.

" So, it has been a whirlwind kind of a day. Jessamyn showed up to my hotel room for some comfort earlier today. Apparently things with her adoptive parents have been rough for her." Sarah began nervously, "We weren't sure what to expect, but the DNA test results just came in, and... it turns out Jessamyn is mine and Taylor's daughter."

The room fell into a stunned silence as everyone processed Sarah's words. Jessamyn sat beside Sarah and Taylor, her eyes flickering with a mix of apprehension and hope.

Despite the slight improvement in their relationship, Natalie's reaction to the news was far from positive. As Sarah hesitantly shared the unexpected DNA results, Natalie's expression darkened, her features contorted with disbelief and anger. "You can't seriously expect us to believe this," she spat out, her voice tinged with hostility. "This is just some sick joke, right?"

Sarah handed Natalie the test results so that she could see it for herself. " It's true, Natalie. And I get why you would be upset, but..."

"It can't be true!" Natalie interjected, her voice trembling with a mix of shock and anger. "I... I don't... this... this can't be happening!"

Taylor placed a reassuring hand on Natalie's shoulder, offering her a comforting glance. "Natalie, let's try to stay calm and process this together," he suggested gently. "We'll figure this out as a family, okay? And I know you don't like that Sarah will be part of the equation, but she is her mother."

Isaac stepped forward, his expression earnest. "Natalie, let's take a step back and breathe," he urged, his voice calm yet firm. "We're all in this together, and we'll support each other through whatever comes our way. We can't change the past, but we can choose how we move forward as a family."

As Natalie's emotions escalated, Jessamyn, sitting quietly beside Sarah and Taylor, shifted nervously in her seat. Observing Natalie's reaction with a mixture of concern and apprehension, she hesitantly spoke up. "Um, Natalie, I... I understand this is a lot to take in," she began tentatively, her voice tinged with nervousness. "But... maybe we can all take a moment to process this together? We're all... family, right?"

Before Natalie could say anything more, Kate decided it would be a good idea to pull her aside and out of the room. She did her best to talk Natalie down, knowing how worked up she was.

Tears came to Jessamyn's eyes as they left the room, and Sarah pulled her into a hug. " She isn't mad at you, sweetie. It only has to do with me and it is a long story, but since we have some time, we will tell you about it."

Taylor chimed in, his voice gentle yet earnest. "Jessamyn, it all started when your mom here," he nodded towards Sarah, "came to one of our concerts. It was a chance encounter, but it led to her joining us on tour." He paused, searching for the right words. "And although it's been a journey with its ups and downs, we've all learned a lot along the way." He smiled warmly at Jessamyn, hoping to offer her some comfort amidst the uncertainty.

"Jessamyn, I want you to know that Natalie and I haven't always seen eye to eye," Sarah explained, "But I believe in trying to find common ground with everyone, even when it's challenging."

"Natalie has always known about my history with your mom, but until the night of our Minnesota concert, it was just a distant memory," Taylor confessed, "But seeing Sarah again reminded me of our past connection and the experiences we shared. I think Natalie is struggling with that, knowing there was a bond between Sarah and me that she could never fully understand." He paused, his expression thoughtful. " That's not to say I don't still care about your mom. But I have moved on."

Jessamyn looked up at her mom curiously. " What about you? Do you have someone special in your life?"

Sarah sighed. " I wish. Besides your dad, I only have two other ex-boyfriends. Unfortunately, I... I just haven't had any luck finding that special someone. But I hope to one day."

Isaac spoke up then, his voice warm and encouraging. "Sarah, you're an incredible person with so much love to give. I have no doubt that there's someone out there who will appreciate you for exactly who you are. Don't lose hope. Love has a funny way of finding us when we least expect it." His words were met with a small smile from Sarah, who felt a glimmer of hope.