EVELYN'S POV

With my heart pounding and questions racing through my mind, I dragged my feet to the door and flicked it open.

The sight before me rendered me speechless. I had planned to visit Dad after lunch, yet here he was, standing in front of me.

He wore a distressed look, as though he had just received terrible news. His face was etched with devastation.

Stepping aside, I motioned for him to come in.

“Dad,” I managed to whisper, my heart sinking as worry consumed me.

We walked into the living room and sat side by side on the couch. As we were faced by ourselves.

“Dad, are you...