Chapter 54. Queen Bee

Eliana

Dreams are for a relaxed mind and head. It is for those who have almost nothing to worry about, those who feel safe. Nightmares are for those who are troubled at heart. Yes, that is the way of it.

I stirred in bed, a smile on my face, knowing I was already living the dream. Maybe not all of it but the rest will come true.

“Good morning, sunshine.”

Hearing those words from Scott broadened my smile. “Good morning, daddy.” I drawled.

“You’ll be late. Come on, hurry up.”

Late? For what? I hadn’t realized I had spoken my thoughts aloud or somehow he could read my mind.

“Late for school, Eliana.”

“Not today.” I quickly replied, cutting off the long lecture he was about to give.

“You said you would do whatever I asked, go with whatever plan I come up with. This is one of them. You can’t ruin your life over someone else’s stupidity.”

He was right but I just wasn’t ready. How do I face everyone? Or how do I pick up wha