CYNTHIA's P O V

‘‘I can be your daddy, too…’’ Once more, the man spoke in a hushed tone, and this time it caused me to shiver and almost lost my temper.

He was very rude and disgusting!

‘‘That’s not possible…’’ I said coldly, wanting him to leave me alone.

‘‘Why?’’ He made a strained expression, and there was humor in his tone. His presence was getting on my nerves. ‘‘Where’s your daddy, huh? I've been keeping an eye on you for a while now, and I haven't spotted him anywhere nearby. He might've just left you—’’

‘‘I am her daddy…’’ The iciness in Julian's voice reverberated in a gradual...