She Came Home Early to Surprise Her Husband—But Found a Baby in Her Bed Instead

“So you kept him?” Vanessa stared, stunned. “You didn’t think to tell me? Not even a message?”

“I meant to. I really did. But then he needed formula, diapers… I got overwhelmed.”

Vanessa shook her head, unsure whether to scream or sit down. She chose neither. Instead, she followed Eric back to the bedroom. Despite everything, the weight of the day pulled her under, and eventually, she drifted into a restless sleep beside her husband—and a baby she’d never seen before.

The Next Morning Brings More Questions Than Answers

Vanessa awoke to voices. Soft, urgent, and unfamiliar.

She pushed the covers back and followed the sound to the living room.

There was Eric, sitting on the couch. Across from him sat a woman she didn’t recognize.

Vanessa’s voice was firm. “Is this the baby’s mother?”

The woman turned, startled. “Oh—no! I promise, it’s not what it looks like.”

Eric stood quickly. “Vanessa, this is Mariah. She’s not who you think.”Continue reading…