Violet POV

Alex jerked his head back with a playful smile. “What do you mean by that, Violet? I am your father and so I am here to see you.” He got up and walked to Nellie. They approached me together with outstretched arms for a hug, but I moved away. 

“Don’t!” I almost growled, scowling at them. “You have come to meet me? But the last thing I remember is you deliberately leaving me to die!” I spat. 

Nellie winced while Alex pursed his lips. “Look, ...