Selene’s POV“Mom, where’s Dad? You said he’d be here before my birthday started... but I can’t find him anywhere,” Ella whined, tugging on the hem of my dress. Her big, tear-filled eyes stared into mine, searching for answers I didn’t have.Guilt pressed like a stone against my chest. I crouched to her level, bracing myself to deliver another carefully crafted lie.“Baby, Dad called. He said he’s on his way,” I murmured, trying to sound convincing.Her little brows furrowed. This was the second time I’d spun this tale, and I could see the doubt creeping into her innocent gaze. Still, she clung to that fragile thread of hope.“You know your dad wouldn’t miss your birthday, right? You’re his little princess, his favorite girl in the whole world. He’ll be here.” I stroked her soft hair, pressing a kiss to her forehead.She nodded, but the sadness in her eyes remained. “Okay…”“Why don’t you go play with your friends?” I said, forcing cheer into my voice. “They’re waiting for you, and I d
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