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MYKEL

“You’re upset.” I took off my suit and watched her undress in silence.

It was a pleasant dinner until Lex opened up about expanding a family. I didn’t take it as a burden. A pressure, maybe.

In fact, I wanted to have a family with Adley, but I wanted us to be on the same page because this was a lifetime responsibility. Considering what kind of past I had, I wouldn’t want to raise my child alone.

“I’m fine.” Adley’s necklace was stuck in her dress, and she struggled not to damage what Mom gave her and the dress.

“I’m here, baby.” I went to her. “Asking for help is not a flaw.”

“Who said it’s a flaw?”

“Let me.” The clasp was stuck into the lace of her dress. “Done.”

Once done, she put a sweater on and left the walk-in closet after hanging her dress.

I changed into sweatpants and shirts. Then I went to the office. I knew I would find her there. “You can use the desk.”

Her laptop was on her lap as she typed something, her eyes glued to the screen. “I’m fine.”

“But we’re