She saw through his lie but kept quiet.

Sometimes, in grown-up relationships, a little naivety went a long way.

If she dwelled on things too much, she’d never last a day with Dylan.

Even after dinner, Leyla snoozed on.

Dylan tackled the cleanup while Olivia stuck by the Leyla’s side, admiring her features in the Lamplight.

Voices drifted in from outside the bedroom.

Olivia figured it was Gina on the line, bugging Dylan once more.

Dylan took the call.

stayed by Leyla’s side, patiently waiting for her

.

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Library

Leyla finally

snuggled

Olivia leaned back.

Leyla’s bright eyes, asking softly, “What’s on your

up, inching into

I call Uncle Dylan my dad? He feels

gently cupped her daughter’s

she could answer,

Leyla’s unruly curls and planted a kiss on her

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