Accepting Reality
In the following, Nolan gradually accepted Lily as his biological daughter. This acceptance provided a renewed sense of purpose and clarity. Despite his pain and disbelief at the news, Nolan recognized that Lily was the most important aspect of this adventure. He embraced his job as her father with renewed determination, eager to begin a new chapter in their life together, one filled with love, understanding, and the prospect of a future as a family.

Accepting Reality
Overwhelming Emotions
Following the news, Nolan experienced a tornado of emotions. The shock of discovering Lily was his daughter was enormous. He felt a mix of excitement, fury, and sadness: joy for the unexpected gift of a child, anger for the years missed, and sorrow for the suffering inflicted by secrets concealed. Processing these feelings was a journey in and of itself, requiring patience and awareness.

Overwhelming Emotions