Chapter 90

Kiara

I needed this. His touch brings back the peace that was disrupted when we went to my parents house. I expected a bad reaction, but nowhere as explosive as my mom was.

There's a chance she may not want to be in our lives after today, but honestly, I think I'm okay with that. I'm tired of trying to live up to her expectations just because the life she chose to live wasn't fulfilling to her.

I won't make the same mistake.

I know for certain that even if she doesn't show up for me and my daughter, I have people that will.

Once we return downstairs, the aroma of pizza fills the air. William, Jeremiah, and Candice are sitting at the table, engaged in conversation and laughter. Candice waves us over with a smile.

"Hey guys, we were just talking about a weekly game night or something, at least until you have the baby," she suggests enthusiastically.

I smile. "I love that idea. What do you think?" I ask Trey.

He smirks in response. "Hell yeah, but we're not playing S