Abigel (43) had always dreamed of a family. After growing up in foster care and learning she couldn’t have kids, her stepdaughter felt like a second chance at motherhood.
For years, she gave everything — love, care, time. But when the teen moved away with her biological mom and returned guarded and distant, Abigel felt their bond slipping.
Then one night, she saw cruel messages about herself in a group chat on the girl’s phone. Mocking her, calling her “fake,” and counting down the days until she was gone.
When Abigel confronted her, the girl exploded: “You’re not my real mother.” Hurt and angry, Abigel lashed back: “Then stop pretending. But don’t expect me to keep trying.”
The house grew cold. Silence filled the halls. Her husband blamed her. Her stepdaughter might never come back. And Abigel, once full of hope, was left wondering how to fix what broke.
