Delphine remembers how they hid her achievements, sold the Camaro she had rebuilt, and treated her absence as though her accomplishments meant nothing. Now they want to be part of the success they once ignored.
Instead of retaliating, Delphine keeps her distance and celebrates with Marcus and the people who actually served beside her. Her father later sends a long letter, but she responds only to the final page containing his first genuine apology.
Over time, the family relationship improves slightly, but Delphine no longer needs their approval. She rebuilds another Camaro and moves forward knowing exactly who truly supported her—and that recognition means more than any late praise.
