Riley, a 32-year-old single mom, had struggled to find love since her son Roy’s birth. Every date lost interest once they learned about her 8-year-old, leaving Riley heartbroken and feeling trapped. When she met Mitchell, who seemed promising, Riley decided to keep Roy a secret, planning a night alone to see if there was a real future with him.

Roy wasn’t happy to be left at his friend Kyle’s house, but Riley reassured him it was only for the night. Dinner with Mitchell went wonderfully until her phone buzzed. It was Kyle—Roy had supposedly been hurt. Riley’s heart sank; she couldn’t hide the truth anymore. She confessed her secret to Mitchell, fearing his reaction. To her surprise, he revealed he also had a child—a daughter.

Together, they rushed to Kyle’s, only to find Roy safe and unharmed, making up a story because he missed her. Relieved, Riley hugged him, realizing she didn’t need to hide any part of her life to find love. As they left, Mitchell suggested they bring their kids along on their next date, a gesture that warmed Riley’s heart. For the first time, she felt hopeful about a future with someone who understood her world.