As he sat in his car on the way home, the echo of Caitlin's words, "He's not your son, and never will be," resonated in his mind.

The day's shocking events left him reeling. The revelation that Caitlin had a son for him struck him deeply, leading to a newfound understanding of the struggles and pain she had endured. The realization that she likely faced hardships due to a pregnancy resulting from sexual abuse caused his ego to crumble, replaced by a profound sense of shame.

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