Leaving You Bereft
Dexter had returned, with a faint scent of alcohol clinging to him—a clear sign that he had been at some kind of work-related gathering.
He immediately headed for the baby's crib, eager to see his darling daughter, Tessa, who happened to be awake at that moment. He slipped off his suit jacket and then tenderly scooped her into his arms, cradling her and playfully engaging with her. His expression was one of profound tenderness, as if he had just come into possession of something incredibly precious.
Though he was aware of the Shelton family's circumstances, he chose not to inquire further. It was, after all, a story that lacked any intrigue—dull and predictable.
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