When my sister-in-law secretly took my daughter’s DNA and compared it to my brother’s, she thought she’d expose some scandal. Instead, she confronted me in front of my family — and my child — accusing me of raising “another woman’s affair baby.” What she didn’t know was that my daughter is adopted. I’ve always been open about it, and everyone else already knew.

The room fell silent, not because of her “big reveal,” but because of her cruelty. She didn’t speak to me privately, didn’t talk to my brother, and didn’t care about my daughter’s feelings. She wanted drama, humiliation, and a moment of glory. Instead, she showed everyone what kind of person she truly is.

My brother stood there stunned. People online say she crossed every possible boundary — taking a child’s DNA without permission and trying to emotionally damage a little girl. Many believe I should cut her off permanently and even consider legal action. Honestly, if she can do this before the marriage, who knows what she’s capable of later?

I didn’t react with anger at the moment, but now I see I underreacted. My priority is my daughter’s safety and emotional well-being. As for my brother, he’s choosing to move forward with this woman — but one day he may realize he ignored a giant red flag. I’ll be here for him, but I’m keeping my distance from her.