Home / Romance / One Night, Two Dads / Chapter 79: A meeting Point

Share

Chapter 79: A meeting Point

Author: Soft Xoxo
last update Last Updated: 2025-03-13 21:52:30

Ethan's POV

The echo of Victoria's retreating footsteps still lingered in the sterile hospital corridor when I turned back to the room, my heart heavy yet resolute. The confrontation had drained us all, leaving a palpable tension in its wake. As I glanced toward the doorway, my breath caught in my throat.

There stood Daniel, clutching a gift basket adorned with a bright bow and a congratulatory card nestled among the assorted items. His shoulders sagged, and his eyes, usually so full of confidence, now reflected a deep-seated anguish. A part of me reveled in his visible torment, a vindictive satisfaction bubbling beneath my calm exterior.

But as he drew a deep breath and stepped into the room, my attention shifted to Elena. She straightened in her bed, her eyes widening slightly, lips parting as if to speak but hesitating. Her fingers toyed with the edge of the blanket, a subtle sign of her anticipation. The sight twisted something deep within me, a pang of jealousy mingled with betra
Continue to read this book for free
Scan code to download App
Locked Chapter

Related chapters

  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 80:

    Elena's POV As the door to my hospital room creaked open, my heart fluttered with a mix of exhaustion and anticipation. The day's events had left me drained, yet the sight that greeted me sent a surge of unexpected warmth through my veins. Daniel stood hesitantly in the doorway, clutching a beautifully arranged gift basket, his expression a blend of uncertainty and hope.Our eyes met, and for a moment, the weight of our shared history hung between us. I couldn't quite place why, but seeing him there, bearing gifts for the birth of my child, filled me with an inexplicable happiness. Perhaps it was the acknowledgment of our past, or maybe the simple act of kindness in a moment of vulnerability."Congratulations, Elena," he murmured, extending the basket toward me.I accepted it, our fingers brushing briefly—a touch that sent a shiver down my spine. "Thank you, Daniel."I shook my head from remembering as I placed the basket on the bedside table, its contents beckoning my curiosity. Mia

    Last Updated : 2025-03-13
  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 81: Farewell Daniel

    Elena's POV The hospital room smelled faintly of antiseptic, the kind that clung stubbornly to the air no matter how long you stayed. The room itself was quiet, save for the occasional beep from the heart monitor. I shifted slightly on the bed, trying to find a comfortable spot. My body still ached, a dull reminder of everything I’d been through recently.Mia, perched on the visitor's chair beside me, was scrolling through her phone with a sly grin tugging at her lips."Okay, spill," I said, giving her a knowing look.She glanced up, all innocent. "Spill what?"I raised an eyebrow. "Don’t play dumb. You’ve been dying to tell me something since you walked in here."Mia’s grin widened. "Fine, fine. So, remember how I told you about my boss?""Ah yes, Mr. Tall, Dark, and Too-Handsome-for-His-Own-Good," I teased.Mia chuckled. "Exactly. So... we talked."I shifted again, this time fully turning to face her. "About the kiss?"Mia's smile turned mischievous. "Mmhmm... and more."I blinked.

    Last Updated : 2025-03-13
  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 82: Who's Mrs Johnson?

    Elena's POVI stared at the letter in my hands, the words blurring as fresh tears welled in my eyes. My chest felt tight, like someone had wrapped a steel band around it and kept twisting. Daniel was leaving. Just like that. No warning, no goodbye — just a neatly folded letter that somehow felt colder than any conversation ever could.I swiped at my face, frustrated with myself. I’d cried enough already. Yet the tears kept coming, stubborn as my own heart.The door creaked open, and I didn’t bother looking up. Footsteps shuffled closer, and then —“Oh my gosh, Elena! Why are you so teary?” Mia’s voice cut through the fog in my head.I sniffled and tried to force a smile. “It’s nothing...”“Nothing?” She snatched the letter from my hand before I could stop her. “You’re crying like your favorite show just got canceled.”I let her read in silence. Her eyes flicked across the page, her expression shifting from confusion to understanding. When she finally looked up, her gaze softened.“It’

    Last Updated : 2025-03-13
  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 83: Starting Anew

    Elena's POVThe air smelled fresher today — cleaner somehow, as though the universe itself had conspired to make this moment perfect for me. I stood by the window, watching the sunlight stretch lazily across the hospital courtyard. Nurses bustled about, and cars hummed in the distance, but my mind barely registered the noise. I was leaving today — finally. After weeks of being stuck in this sterile room, breathing recycled air and listening to the constant beeping of machines, I was free.I glanced at my reflection in the glass. My face looked thinner, paler, but my eyes sparkled with something I hadn't seen in a while — hope. Real hope. For the first time in a long time, things were finally going my way."Almost done!" Mia's voice chimed from behind me.I turned to see her zipping up my small suitcase. She grinned, brushing her dark hair away from her face. "Are you sure you’ve got everything?""Yeah." I smiled back, but my voice wobbled a little. "I can't believe I'm actually leavin

    Last Updated : 2025-03-13
  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 84: Home alone

    Elena's POV The warmth of the morning sun kissed my face, pulling me from the comfort of sleep. I stretched lazily, my muscles still aching from weeks of being confined to a hospital bed. The air smelled different — fresher, cleaner — like home. I smiled, eyes still half-closed, feeling calmer than I had in a long time.I blinked fully awake and froze.Ethan was sitting across the room.He was perched on the arm of my couch, elbows resting on his knees, his fingers loosely clasped together. He wasn’t scrolling through his phone or pretending to be distracted — he was just there, quietly waiting. His eyes met mine, and for a second, we just stared at each other.“Morning,” he said softly.I sat up, running a hand through my hair. “Morning.” My voice came out rough, still heavy with sleep.“I let myself in,” he added quickly, almost sheepish. “Mia gave me a spare key. Thought I’d surprise you.”“You did,” I said with a small laugh, and to my surprise, I wasn’t mad. Seeing him here, cal

    Last Updated : 2025-03-13
  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 85:

    Elena's POVFour months had passed, and somehow, everything was finally starting to make sense. The chaos I once feared — the sleepless nights, the endless diaper changes, the overwhelming responsibility — had all found their rhythm. Motherhood wasn’t perfect, but I was learning. And more importantly, I was happy.Chase had become my entire world. Every little coo, every curious stare, every sleepy smile — they all felt like tiny victories. Some days were harder than others, sure, but I’d gotten used to it. My mornings were a mix of feeding bottles, gentle lullabies, and trying to keep him from crying when I set him down for even a second. My afternoons were filled with laundry, tidying up, and sometimes sneaking in a quick nap if I was lucky. But somehow, I didn’t mind the exhaustion — it was the kind that came with love.And through it all, Ethan had been... wonderful.He wasn’t just showing up out of obligation — no, this was different. He wanted to be here. He wanted to be present

    Last Updated : 2025-03-13
  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 86: Preparations and Perfections

    Elena's POVLife seemed perfect — or at least as perfect as it could get for someone like me. Chase was my everything. His constant giggles, his tiny hands always reaching for mine, and the way he babbled nonstop — even if half the words didn’t make sense yet — filled my heart with so much joy. His little “disturbances” were like music to my ears, a sweet melody I never wanted to stop hearing.Today was no different. Mia had gone out, probably meeting up with friends or running errands, and Ethan was at work. That left me alone — just me, my thoughts, and my phone.I stretched out on the couch, scrolling through pictures of wedding gowns. Simple yet elegant designs kept catching my eye — nothing too flashy, just something beautiful enough to feel special. I imagined myself walking down the aisle, my hand in Ethan's, the way his eyes would light up when he saw me.It still felt unreal sometimes. After everything we’d been through — the heartbreak, the arguments, the messy divorce — her

    Last Updated : 2025-03-17
  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 87: The perfect wedding dress

    Elena's POV I stared at the rack of dresses in front of me, feeling like I might melt into the floor if I stood here any longer. Each gown seemed to mock me, their glittering beads and delicate fabrics whispering, You’re not good enough for this."This one!" Mia’s voice broke through my thoughts as she held up a gown — sleek satin with an off-shoulder neckline and a long, flowing train. The kind of dress that belonged to someone who walked into a room and owned it. Someone confident, poised... beautiful.“Absolutely not,” I muttered, folding my arms.“Oh, come on!” Mia groaned, shoving the dress closer to me. “You’d look amazing in this.”I shook my head firmly. “I’d look like… like… I don’t know, some sort of gruesome bride of Frankenstein knockoff.”Mia burst out laughing. “You’re so dramatic.”“I’m serious,” I huffed. “None of these dresses are going to look good on me.” My eyes dropped to the floor, my voice softening. “I don’t have the perfect body for this.”Mia’s smile faded,

    Last Updated : 2025-03-17

Latest chapter

  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 117: Love, Resilience and Strength

    Elena's POV Four years had passed, and life had unfolded in ways I never could have imagined.Daniel and I are married now. It wasn’t a grand, extravagant event — just a small ceremony with close friends and family. But it had been perfect. I still remembered the way Daniel’s eyes locked on mine as I walked down the aisle, the way his fingers trembled slightly when he slid the ring onto my finger. The way his whispered “I love you” had calmed my nerves in an instant.Our wedding may have been simple, but our love? That was anything but.Chase was four years old now — bright-eyed, full of questions, and sweet in ways that melted my heart. He had Daniel’s calm nature — steady and thoughtful — but with just enough of my stubbornness to keep things interesting.“Mom!” Chase’s little voice rang out from the living room. “Can you tie my shoe?”“Coming!” I called back, setting my coffee mug down.When I stepped into the room, I couldn’t help but smile. Chase sat cross-legged on the carpet,

  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 116: Sweet Surprise

    Elena's POV The warmth of morning sunlight kissed my face, stirring me awake. My lashes fluttered as I blinked a few times, adjusting to the light streaming through the curtains. Something felt... different. The room smelled faintly of lavender, and the air carried a sense of calm — unusual for my chaotic life these days.I sat up slowly, my gaze sweeping across the room. My eyes widened.Everything was spotless — no, perfect. The clothes I’d left scattered on the chair were neatly folded. The empty glasses on the nightstand were gone. Even the floor looked freshly mopped, shining faintly in the morning glow. A bouquet of fresh roses sat on the dresser, their vibrant red petals bright against the white vase.Daniel.I smiled to myself. He was always doing things like this — quietly stepping in to make my life easier without asking for credit. My heart warmed at the thought.I turned to check on Chase. He was curled up on his side, snuggled beneath the covers, his little face relaxed

  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 115: In our feelings

    Elena's POV I spent most of the day convincing myself that I was ready — that talking to Daniel wouldn’t be as terrifying as I’d built it up to be. Mia’s words kept replaying in my head.“Don’t let fear stop you from something that could actually make you feel whole again.”By evening, I was still nervous, but I knew I couldn’t keep running from this. It was time.The next morning, I got up early to prepare Chase’s bag — diapers, wipes, his favorite stuffed elephant — the usual things I carried when we went out. He was getting so big now, already crawling everywhere, babbling non-stop. Each day, he felt more and more like a little person, and I knew Daniel had played a huge part in that.After dressing Chase in his soft blue onesie, I scooped him into my arms.“Alright, little man,” I whispered, “let’s go see Daniel.”---Daniel greeted me with his usual warm smile when I arrived. He stood in the doorway, his hair still damp from a shower, dressed in a fitted black t-shirt and jeans.

  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 114: Take me to the clouds

    Elena's POV I lay in bed, staring at the ceiling, unable to shake Daniel’s words from my mind.“I’m here... not just as a friend, but as someone who cares about you.”I closed my eyes, replaying that moment over and over again. The warmth in his voice, the softness in his gaze — it all lingered in my thoughts, making my chest feel tight.The truth was, I’d been denying it for weeks. The way my heart raced whenever he smiled, the way I caught myself thinking about him even when he wasn’t around. I told myself it was nothing — that it was just comfort, or maybe gratitude.But it wasn’t.I knew it.I rolled onto my side, clutching the pillow close to my chest. Daniel had been denying it too — pushing his feelings aside, holding back when it was so clear he wanted more. I could see it in his eyes when we talked, feel it in those quiet moments when his hand lingered just a second too long.He wanted me.And the truth was... I wanted him too.But I didn’t know how to say it. After so much

  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 113: Cut to the feeling

    Elena's POVI lay on my bed, the soft hum of the ceiling fan above me creating a calming rhythm. My body felt heavy, not with exhaustion but with a strange sense of peace. For the first time in a long while, life felt... manageable. Maybe even a little happy.Chase’s giggles still echoed in my head — that sweet, bubbly laugh that made my heart melt every single time. He was growing so fast. Just yesterday, he was this tiny bundle in my arms, barely able to hold up his head. Now, he was crawling around the house like he owned the place, babbling "goo goo ga ga" as if he had so much to say but just couldn’t find the words yet.I smiled to myself, turning onto my side to stare at the empty spot beside me on the bed.Daniel had been coming around more often lately — always showing up with a warm smile, always willing to lend a hand. What started as simple work discussions had shifted into something... more. Something I couldn’t quite put my finger on.I remembered the way he looked at me

  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 112: Resilience

    Elena's POVAs the evening at the Pizza Club in McPherson, Kansas, drew to a close, the warmth of the celebration lingered in the air. Laughter and the aroma of freshly baked pizza had filled the room, creating memories we would cherish. Daniel, ever the gentleman, offered to escort me outside while the others settled the bill.Stepping out into the night, a brisk March breeze greeted us, sending a shiver down my spine. Noticing my discomfort, Daniel immediately shrugged off his jacket and draped it over my shoulders."Here, take this," he said, his voice filled with concern. "Can't have you catching a cold now."I looked up at him, gratitude warming me more than the jacket ever could. "Thank you, Daniel. You're always so thoughtful."We began to stroll along the quiet street, the soft glow of streetlights casting elongated shadows on the pavement. The town had a serene quality at night, with only the distant hum of traffic disrupting the silence."So, how have you been?" I asked, gla

  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 111: Celebration night

    Elena's POV I sat on the couch, scrolling mindlessly through my phone when Mia burst into the room, her face glowing like the morning sun."Elena!" she practically screamed.I barely had time to react before she flopped down beside me, hugging a throw pillow tightly against her chest."What's gotten into you?" I laughed, setting my phone aside."Guess what!" she grinned, her excitement practically bouncing off the walls."What?" I asked, leaning in eagerly."James proposed to me yesterday!" she squealed, flashing her hand in front of me. The silver ring caught the light perfectly, sparkling like something out of a fairy tale.My eyes widened, and in the next second, we were both on our feet, screaming and jumping like a pair of schoolgirls."Are you serious?!" I grabbed her hand, inspecting the ring like a jeweler. "Oh my gosh, Mia, it's beautiful!""Right?! He planned this whole surprise dinner — candles, roses, everything — and then just got down on one knee right in front of every

  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 110: Setting Boundaries.

    Elena's POV Rumor had it that Ethan was in New York. Apparently, he'd been staying lowkey since the whole scandal started, but Daniel somehow managed to track down where he was staying.“We should go talk to him,” Daniel said as we sat in his apartment, reviewing the evidence again.I raised an eyebrow. “Confront him? Just like that?”Daniel leaned back in his chair, his fingers drumming on the table. “If he’s in New York, this is the perfect chance to clear things up. He needs to know the truth — and fast.”I exhaled slowly, feeling a mix of nerves and excitement. “Yeah... you're right. Let's do it.”A couple of hours later, we were standing outside a sleek hotel in Manhattan. My heart hammered in my chest as we walked inside. Ethan wasn’t exactly the most predictable person — especially now. I wasn’t sure how he’d react to what we were about to tell him.“Are you sure he’s here?” I asked, clutching my bag tightly.Daniel nodded. “I called ahead. He's in his room.”The elevator ride

  • One Night, Two Dads    Chapter 109: Almost Done

    Elena's POVDaniel was working tirelessly — even I could see it. The dark circles beneath his eyes were impossible to miss, and his sharp features seemed a little sunken. He looked exhausted — like he’d been running on fumes for days.All this... just to help me.I didn’t know whether to feel touched or guilty. Maybe both.That evening, I decided to stop by his apartment. Mia had mentioned earlier that she and Mr. Johnson were going out tonight, which meant Chase was with Jade. That gave me some free time — and a perfect reason to check on Daniel.I knocked softly on his door, half-hoping he’d already fallen asleep so I could just leave and convince myself he was taking care of himself.“Come in,” his tired voice called out.I stepped inside and felt my heart twist. He was sitting at his desk, surrounded by papers, files, and — oh my God — three empty coffee mugs. His laptop screen glowed faintly, bathing his face in pale blue light.“Hey,” I said softly, trying to sound casual.“Oh,

Explore and read good novels for free
Free access to a vast number of good novels on GoodNovel app. Download the books you like and read anywhere & anytime.
Read books for free on the app
SCAN CODE TO READ ON APP
DMCA.com Protection Status