Rejected No More: I Am Way Out Of Your League, Darling!

Chapter 416

Chapter 416:

Caiden opened his mouth to speak, but Daniela cut him off.

“Back when I was a kid, other children were picked up by their parents on rainy school days, but I was alone. I’d sit on a tiny bench, wondering why other dads loved their kids, while mine seemed to care more about someone else.”

Caiden’s face stiffened, discomfort washing over him.

Daniela smiled faintly, a smile that carried a sense of release.

“I was stubborn back then. I wrestled with this question for almost ten years before finally letting it go. I just wanted to escape a place that never felt like home. Part of why I treated Alexander well was because I thought he was that boy from my childhood. But mostly, I wanted to leave, to find a place where I could finally feel like I belonged.”

Caiden’s voice turned bitter as he spoke.

“You never said any of this to me.”

to say,”

whenever I feel hurt. Don’t expect anything more from me now. I’ve already given all I can. Honestly, I don’t owe you anything

no

returned to her documents without another glance. Caiden’s fists tightened as the

couldn’t help but admit Cedric was right; there was no hope left

where

he

living room fell back into its calm silence until a second glass of milk

Caiden had just left, resting his head on folded arms on the table. Daniela looked at Cedric, surprised to see he was

I wake you?” she

replied, his voice rough, carrying a weight that felt

“Daniela.”

me I did a great job on the North District

promise back then.

her

had poured countless hours into that project, crafting a landmark building that exceeded every expectation. Daniela had been grateful for his dedication and had promised that if he ever