Chapter 75

Everyone in the room, once again, fell silent.

“What do you mean by “uncle”? Are you… are you related to him as well?” Tone said, his face twisted up in confusion.

“What do you mean ‘as well’?” He frowned. “He’s my mom’s brother.”

“He’s also our dad’s step brother.” Tone responded defensively.

“I’m sorry for chirping in, but who is he?” Anna asked, jerking her head at Blade, her face turning pale.

“He’s Lyric’s boyfriend… and Mr. Brian is Lyric’s uncle.” Raina gasped, her hands to her mouth. “Does that mean you’re related?” she glanced between Blade and me and gasped again.

“What the hell is going on? How are you her dad’s stepbrother?” Blade glared at him. “What’s with the li---”

“This has to be a misunderstanding.” I cut him off, my breath trembling.

“I think we’ll be heading out now.” Bri said, pulling Anna up. “Bye, Lyric. Happy birthday once again.” My birthday was anything but happy.

How on earth were Blade and Brian related? However, I forced a smiled at them. “Yes, th