Aliyah’s POV

"Mommy? Daddy is coming to my PTA right? My friends at school are bringing their daddy and mommy." Elara pouted at breakfast. I cleared my throat because I clearly don't want him to be there at all. We are better off without him.

I only nodded and she smiled.

Papa noticed my mood but decided to keep it till later. We can't discuss this right in front of her. She will get sad and eventually cry. I ate in silence hoping that she wouldn't remember that we were supposed to be ...