You really dont need to come along, Olivia murmured.
But I want to, Dylan insisted earnestly.
From now on, Ill be there for her.
Whether shes starting school, maybe studying abroad someday, or even getting married⦠Olivia, as her father, its my duty to look after Leyla.
He paused before continuing, Im not playing around, and I dont just want to hang out with you! Im serious about building a life with you and the kids.
Leyla and Eason are part of our family too.
Moved by his declaration, Olivia felt a surge of emotion⦠At this moment, Dylan made Olivia feel secure, just like he had when she was pregnant with Leyla.
Back then, she had completely trusted him. The emotions were so strong that Olivia felt like she might cry.
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She looked at him.
And Dylan also looked at her.
After what seemed like forever, he approached her with the baby in his arms and said, Get in the car! She managed to hold back her tears.
She extended her hand and softly touched Leylas cheek.
Sensing her moms feelings, the little girl leaned in, wanting a hug.
Olivia embraced her and hid her face in Leylas soft hair to conceal her emotions.
He wrapped his arm around her shoulder and guided her into the car.
The driver shut the door for them, bid Mark and Cecilia farewell, and got into the car.
Olivia felt a swirl of emotions.
Meanwhile, Leyla was full of joy.
She excitedly told her mom that Jarvis was adorable and that Brantley always turned red when she talked to him.
Olivia was left speechless when she heard this.
Dylan laughed and said, Who taught her to say that? By the way, your face was pretty red this morning too.. Olivia couldnt take it.
She was convinced Leyla had definitely picked up those words from him.
She just turned away, choosing to ignore them.
Your mom is upset! Dylan told Leyla.
Leyla stared at her mom for a while and then whispered, Youre right.
Moms face is really red.
Olivia felt even more embarrassed and upset.
About thirty minutes later, the car pulled up to a small villa.