Daniel pressed his lips together, a sign of his inner turmoil.

Tears filled Evelyn's large eyes as she silently descended the stairs and took her place at the table. Waylen tenderly ran his hand through her hair, offering, “Go say hi to your dad if you want to” Evelyn hesitated, and Ollie trailed after her.

Outside, Evelyn refrained from her usual rush. Instead, she observed Leonel from a distance, her expression hopeful. Leonel swallowed nervously and waved back at her before she approached.

She refrained from embracing him either.

She lifted her head and spoke softly. “Mom mentioned divorce. Dad, I thought you said you wouldn't” Leonel remained silent.

(booksbybunny) ‘s (booksbybunny) Eventually, he crouched down, placing a hand on Evelyn's shoulder and pulling her into an embrace.

hesitated. Rumors from her classmates circulated, suggesting her father had an affair with a celebrity, and shed soon have a stepmother, along

curious, her self-esteem prevented

awkward for a moment before

Ollie followed suit.

light over the treetops. Standing amidst the autumn glow, Leonel felt

drifted

barrier,

had Alexis departed, but the

until eight before heading to the office.

had been engaged in

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