I reassured her that Lucas would understand, and together, we waited for the right moment. That evening, Sophie told Lucas everything. Though upset about the station’s actions, Lucas appreciated her honesty and understood why she stayed silent. Their relationship remained strong, and I knew that despite the shock, this truth would ultimately bring them closer.

As we left the hospital with our newborns, I realized that sometimes, the most difficult moments help strengthen the bonds that matter most. Firefighting taught me that life is unpredictable, but the truth—no matter how tough—always has a way of bringing people together.