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Chapter 53 - Confirmed

Mrs. Holloway cleared her throat in the tense silence left by Elara's exit. "Well," she said with forced brightness, "I guess this makes us in-laws." 

Luke stared hard at Vincent, his eyes full of protective resolve. "Once the DNA results come back confirming Elara's identity, you two can get this sham marriage annulled. Then we're taking her home where she belongs."

Vincent held Luke's gaze but said nothing. Mrs. Holloway opened her mouth to respond, but Marina touched her arm gently. 

"Pamela," Marina said, "Elara is very young still. And frankly, Vincent is much older. Their marriage..." She trailed off, not wanting to offend.

Angela bristled in defense of her brother. "Vincent's not old!" 

Mrs. Holloway patted Angela's hand, hoping to keep tensions from escalating. "Dear, you'll be late for school." 

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