I HEARD HIM SAY " DADDY"
Evelyn, I noticed, faked a polite smile too, the corners of her lips tight with restraint—I could see it clearly.
“Hey, brother,” Sophia turned to Aiden, stepping closer, her gaze sharp yet playful. “Do I get an introduction? ‘Cause I’m doing it myself.”
Without waiting for Aiden to respond, she stretched her hand toward me. “Hey, I’m Sophia, Aiden’s kid sister. And I guess you’re the woman who made this stone-hearted man fall in love…” Her grin widened, mischievous and direct, almost challenging me to respond.
“I guess so,” I murmured, averting my gaze. She jumped slightly as though my quiet admission surprised her, then said, “Alright!” with renewed energy. She moved toward me, attempting