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.”

nothing to say,” Daniela replied,

father and seeking comfort from him whenever I feel hurt. Don’t expect anything more from me now. I’ve already given all I can. Honestly, I

have no

Caiden’s fists tightened as the realization hit him—no amount of words could undo the

there was no hope left for mending his

is where stories

the end, he left without a

back into its calm silence until a second glass of milk was placed beside

resting his head on

wake

voice rough, carrying a weight

“Daniela.”

did a great job

made a promise back

nodded, her expression

building that exceeded every expectation. Daniela had been grateful for his