Mark’s Firm Stand
Mark’s face hardened as he turned to confront his mother. “Mom, what you did was unacceptable,” he began, his voice firm and unwavering.
“Kayla and I are a team, and undermining her undermines us.” The silence that followed was thick, every guest hanging on the tense exchange.
Paula’s face fell, remorse replacing defiance as Mark set clear boundaries in defense of our union.