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Unable to quell his growing doubts, John decided to confront Jane about their daughter’s paternity directly. Initially, he faced denials, but as John's persistence mounted, the façade began to crumble. Ultimately, Jane tearfully confessed that, after finding out John was sterile, she had secretly contacted Mitch, engaging in a week-long affair in hopes of conceiving.
The Aftermath of Betrayal
This revelation shattered John's world. The emotional investment he had in raising his daughter for 12 years was suddenly built on a lie. Grappling with overwhelming grief, betrayal, and a sense of loss, John chose to cut ties with Jane and the child he had loved dearly. He packed his bags that very night, leaving behind the life he thought he understood.