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

question. Even Evelyn

Derek spoke.

daddy, Sam. Your mommy and I made you” Derek said softly, holding out his hand

burst of emotion, she ran into Derek’s arms, hugging him tightly. “You’re really my daddy, Rek?” she asked, her voice muffled

against his

as he nodded, his throat tight with unshed tears. “Yes, sweetheart. I’m your daddy.

back slightly, locking up at him with a bright smile. “Are you really going to marry my mommy

I’m going to marry your pretty monany, just

hurt

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

down his face as he silently promised himself that he would protect and cherish both Samantha and Evelyn with everything he had. No matter what, he wouldn’t let anything happen to

eyes, he looked at Evelyn and signaled her over as he rose with Samantha

joined the hug. Maya ru full

walked out of the living room, wanting to give the family

for them with his life. Derek promised himself as he

kissed both their

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phone buzzing, and he pulled back to

reached out to take Samantha from Derek, but she clung to Derek. “Not yet. Mommy,” she said.

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

take the call,” Evelyn said, then gave Samantha a pointed look. “Go to your room, sweetheart,” Evelyn said firmly. pouted as she did

placed it on

office and learned you were not

a problem?” Derek asked without bothering

and Samantha

I wanted to check

Evelyn to talk about our

grin.

Michael asked, with obvious joy in his

my Mom. She doesn’t joke,” Derek said with a sigh. “Why don’t we hang out later after work? I need a drink after the craziness

Let’s do that. You’re not mad at Sandra, right?”

I’m sure she only did that because she was worried. We all know