"Well, I suppose that's good news!" Richard exclaimed, spreading his arms wide as he turned to Cammy for a hug.
Caught off guard and unsure how to respond, Cammy hesitated briefly before deciding to go along with it, returning Richard Cross's embrace in silence.
"Welcome to the family, dear," Richard said warmly before gesturing to the woman standing beside him. "This is Aarya, my wife—Greg's mother—"
"Stepmother," Greg interjected quickly, prompting an awkward smile from Cammy, which she hurriedly adjusted.
Cammy was about to greet Aarya when one of the school staff approached them. "Mr. Cross, the awarding ceremony is about to begin. You're needed on stage."
Greg turned to his father with a smirk. "Looks like this family reunion will have to wait. I'll take her with me—she's needed there too. If you'll excuse us." He gestured for Cammy to follow him.
Once Greg's father was out of sight, Cammy gently removed Greg's hand from her back. "Why did you do that?"
"Do what?"
