CHAPTER 43
A DEEP DIVEHer father kept his head bowed, rubbing his palms together. He looked up at Jamie and Angelo with a hint of darkness in his eyes. “Your mother and I loved each other when we got married, but I was dedicated to my career. Without it, my life felt worthless and empty, and I needed the adrenaline rush of staying busy and helping people with their investments. It gave me purpose in life, and I thrived on the pressure, and I wanted to perfect my work.”
Jamie’s knees weakened and she stuttered with her words. “Why...Why…Wasn’t I enough for you, Father? When I was born, your lives would have changed significantly.” Angelo pressed down on her wrist comfortingly and stared up at her father.
Jamie’s father pressed his hands against his cheeks below wet eyes. “I love you so m
