The atmosphere turned silent and Charlie straightened his shoulders. He knew that one day or the other he was gonna face this. Well, it was better late than never.
"Dad, mom," he started and the door opened, allowing Jordan inside. He ignored the new presence and still continued, "I have adopted Cassy. I am her legal father now and she is going to stay here with us from now on. In case you do not like it, please voice it out right now," he said firmly.
"What?" A loud gasp followed after, which certainly didn't come from either of her parents. Everyone turned towards Jordan who stood stone still, her mouth hanging wide open. "Please tell me that I heard it all wrong!" She pleaded desperately. It was weird enough to see her brother be nice to a child, but it was completely another level to
