Mr. and Mrs. Day inquired every now and then about their children's relationship. The questions were along the lines of the ones asked in early May. After several scoffs, denials, and fully committed lies, it was established that Angelica and Roman were definitely not having sex, that they were not in love, and that they were simply close and affectionate. Granted, their kids displayed a level of intimacy that they had never seen between platonic siblings, but they ultimately believed it was harmless at worst and at best, beneficial to both of their emotional wellbeing.

Angelica's guilt about lying to her parents wore away quickly, as did her fear of...