My name is Sarah, and my story began with a tragedy. When I was two, my mom died in a car accident, and my dad left us. My grandparents took me in. They became my whole world. They loved and supported me through everything. Thanks to them, I just graduated from high school and got into a great college.

Graduation day was supposed to be perfect. I couldn’t wait for my grandparents to see me get my diploma. I was so excited.

“This is for you, Grandma and Grandpa,” I thought as I put on my cap and gown.

Suddenly, I heard someone call my name. “Sarah?”

I turned around and saw a man I didn’t recognize. “Yes, that’s me,” I said cautiously.

He smiled, his eyes sad. “It’s me, your father.”

I felt my breath catch. “My father? No, my father left me when I was two.”

His face fell. “No, that’s not true. I’ve been looking for you all these years. Your grandparents hid you from me.”