In the room, Raegan and Neil sat facing each other. They stared at the food on the table, but they did not start eating even after a long time.

“Ava must have heard everything we said here that day.” Raegan broke the silence.

Neil sighed lightly. “I think so too. Ava already knew that I was her biological father at the time. She didn't say anything because she probably didn't know how to face me.”

As he spoke, Neil met Raegan's gaze guiltily.

“Your relationship with Ava had turned for the better, but my appearance has made your relationship stiff again. I really don't know what to do to ease the current situation…”

“Don't blame yourself too much.” Raegan comforted him. “Ava is hard on the outside but soft on the inside. In fact, that child has a very kind heart. She usually looks like she’s carefree, but she’s extraordinarily attentive and gentle.”

Raegan said with a tinge of pride on her face.

“I'm really honored to have such a sensible, kind, hard-working, and motivated daught