Broken Dreams Stories

Chapter 99

Knowing what was about to happen, Evelyn took a deep breath as she walked to the door and opened it to reveal Maya standing with Samantha. who was smiling brightly, unaware of the gravity of the moment

Samantha bounded into the room, her wide eyes lighting up when she saw that Derek was innocent voice filling the room.

as still there. “I’m back,” she announced to Derek, her

Seeing her again now, Derek couldn’t believe he was so lucky to have her as his daughter, Staring at her, he remembered the patron at the hotel talking about how they looked alike, and now he could see it–especially her eyes, which looked like his. Derek’s heart ached with love for this little girl who was his

“Welcome back,” he said, flashing her a smile,

r room to give them

Maya’s gaze flickered between Evelyn and Derek, sensing something different in the air. Just as she started to walk away to her room to privacy, Evelyn stopped her.

“Join us, Maya. Please sit down.” Evelyn said, and Maya nodded as she went to sit down oppoviae Derek.

Derek glanced at Evelyn, waiting for her to speak. His heart pounded as he realized that in just a few moments, Samantha’s world- and his- would change forever

Evelyn kock down in front of Samantha, forcing a smile as she gently took her daughter’s hands. “Sweetheart,” she began, her voice tender but trembling slightly, “there’s something important I need to talk to you about”

Samantha bobbed her head as she looked at Evelyn with wide, innocent eyes. Then she glanced at Derek, wondering why her mother looked so serious and what she wanted to say

“Remember hour you always used to say everyone has a daddy! And you always asked me about your daddy?” She said, and once again, Samantha bobbed her brad.

Evelyn glanced at Derek, and he gave her a nod. “Your friend. Rek.. isn’t just Rek. He’s actually your daddy”

Maya gasped sohly behind them, her hand flying to her mouth in shock, but Samantha’s curiosity changed to confusion.

“My daddy” she repeated, glancing from her mother to Derek.

“Yes, baby” Evelyn said, her voice thick with emotion. “Rek is not just your friend. He is your daddy

Samantha blinked, processing the information slowly. Her eyes shifted to Derck as though seeking confirmation, and he nodded, his heart in his throat.

For a moment, Samantha stood there, wide–eyed and silent. “Are you going to be my daddy because my mommy is pretty and you’re marrying her, or you are my daddy!” She asked, wanting to understand what it was

Even Evelyn smiled, but before she could clarify

Derek spoke.

made you” Derek said softly, holding out his hand as

of emotion, she ran into Derek’s arms, hugging him tightly. “You’re really

against his

wrapped his arms around her as he nodded, his throat tight with unshed tears. “Yes, sweetheart. I’m

bright smile. “Are you really going to marry my mommy too! Like I

through his tears, nodding “Yes, I’m going

hurt

with joy, throwing her arms around Derek’s neck again. Derek held her close, his heart swelling with

himself that he would protect and cherish both Samantha and Evelyn with everything he had.

he looked at Evelyn and signaled her over as

ru full of questions,

wanting to give the family

fight for them with his life. Derek promised himself as

he kissed both

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Chapter 90

moment was interrupted by Derek’s phone buzzing, and

from Derek, but she clung to Derek. “Not yet. Mommy,” she said. Derek laughed while Evelyn rolled her eyes.

he saw Michael calling. “It’s Michael,”

pointed look. “Go to your room, sweetheart,” Evelyn said firmly.

placed

office and learned you were not there. Where are you?”

Is there a problem?” Derek asked without

and Samantha

“Not exactly. I heard from your Mom and Sandra, so I wanted to check on you.

rolled her eyes, and Derek’s lips twitched, “Ask her not to worry, I’m not mad at her. I was only meeting with Evelyn to talk about our interview, but now

grin.

fred?” Michael asked,

with a sigh. “Why don’t we hang out later after work? I need a drink after the craziness of today.” Derek said, and

at Sandra, right?” Michael

she only did that because she was worried. We