Chapter 74

Benjamin’s voice broke the silence first, low but steady.

“It’s time to tell her,” he said, his eyes fixed on me.

My chest tightened. The words felt heavier than the walls around us. My hands trembled, but I forced myself to step forward. Daisy’s little face was lifted toward us, her eyes wide, waiting.

I crouched down so we were face-to-face. My throat burned, but I managed to smile.

“Yes,” I whispered softly, brushing a strand of hair from her forehead. “Yes, he is your daddy.”

Her eyes widened, shining as they darted to Benjamin. He moved closer, his steps slow, almost hesitant, like he didn’t want to startle her. But his gaze never wavered, it was full of warmth, full of something I hadn’t seen in years.

He walked slowly toward us, his eyes soft, almost shining. He crouched down too, resting his hand gently on Daisy’s shoulder. “I’m sorry I couldn’t be with you since the day you were born,” he said quietly. His voice shook, though he tried to