Without a word, John stormed out onto the balcony. He held the baby high above his head, as if ready to throw him down."If you don't tell me the truth, I swear I'll drop him!" he warned.My mother and I both went pale at the sight.Falling to her knees, she pleaded, "No! Please, let's talk this through calmly. The child is yours. I'm sure this is just a misunderstanding.""I didn't betray you! He's truly your child, John! Please, believe me!" Alice chimed in. Her voice was breaking with anguish.John's face remained unreadable. His gaze stayed fixed on the baby. He seemed lost in thought.Alice approached cautiously, reaching out to take the child. "John, I love you," she murmured.Sensing her approach, John took a step back. "Shut up! I don't believe a single word you say," he snapped.As his grip gave way, the baby slipped from his hands.I lunged forward without thinking, desperate to catch him. But it was already too late.Helpless, I could only watch as the baby plunged
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