#Chapter 99: Bonding Day

Elijah Thea was bouncing on her toes by the front door, practically vibrating with excitement. She had been talking about the upcoming fashion show nonstop for days, asking me a million questions about what Agnes had designed and whether she would get to see the models up close. We were supposed to be there soon. The show wouldn’t start for a while, but I wanted to arrive early just in case Agnes needed anything. “Daddy, hurry up!” Thea called for the umpteenth time that morning. “We’re gonna be late!” I chuckled, slipping my phone into my pocket as I reached for the keys on the counter. “We’re not going to be late, Thea. The show doesn’t start for another two hours.” She pouted, crossing her arms over her chest. “But I wanna see Mommy before it starts! She said I could help backstage!” I smiled, ruffling her hair as I opened the door. “Alright, alright. Let’s—” But the words died in my throat as I looked up and saw Olivia standing on the porc