The Trick
Kiarna had been concealing the fact that she was 23 weeks pregnant. She was afraid that the revelation would make Tommy hesitate to help her, but family is family, and he wasn't going to abandon Kiarna. Instead of just standing by her side or looking for a shelter that would accept Kiarna, he was resolved to aid his dear relative himself, no matter what the personal cost. He had no idea his actions would have such far-reaching consequences.
Greater Concerns
Tommy was shocked to learn that Kiarna was pregnant, but he continued with his plan to win permanent custody of his younger cousin. Not only was she in danger, but so was her unborn child. Child services, according to Kiara, had been following her around and had previously informed her that her child would be taken away from her once she gave birth. Kiarna was troubled by the notion that she wouldn't be able to keep her baby every day of her pregnancy.