Chapter 71

Lily’s POV

“Hey baby.” My dad said, walking into my room. The old man’s heart break was only too visible.

It seemed like he miraculously had more lines and creases on his forehead.

“I’m sorry about earlier.” I apologized.

“Oh, baby. I’m not annoyed. I’m not the one with about fifty percent hearing.” He joked, and we both laughed.

“I thought you’d be angry with me.” I confessed.

“And that is where you get me wrong, Lily. You are the least expressive of both of you. You are the only girl I have. It’s a cruel world to women out there. You need to learn to speak for yourself, Lily. And for what you did,” He said, lowering his voice, “I’m proud of you.” I had not been happier in a minute. He pressed a kiss to my forehead and rocked me a bit.

“I’m glad I have you.” I said, my heart was full and the tears were already at the brink of letting themselves out.

“That births the other news I have.” He said, pulling away from me.

“And