Chapter 127

Hailey gently took Natalie's hand and guided her forward until she was standing right in front of Yarrick. "Hello, Dad," Natalie said in a soft voice, her eyes fixed shyly on the man in front of her who looked more like a brother than a father. "Hello... Natalie, you're so sweet," Yarrick responded awkwardly. Even though he had tried to prepare himself mentally on the way over, he was still caught off guard when Natalie called him Dad. While replying to her, he scratched his head sheepishly, unsure how to react. "Come on, let's go inside. It's almost time for dinner," Hailey said with a soft chuckle, sensing the slightly awkward atmosphere. She reached out and took Yarrick's arm, pulling him along while also holding onto Natalie's hand. Then, the three of them walked into the house together. Once they were inside, Hailey turned to Natalie. "Sweetheart, I'm going to have a quick word with your dad, okay? You can watch TV while you wait." "Okay, Mom," Natalie replied obediently