"What on earth—" "Daddy..." Angelica’s shrill cry cut me off just as I was about to confront Nick. She stood up excitedly, walked toward Nick, and immediately hugged his leg. Nick instantly lifted Angelica and carried her. "Well, at least you missed me, my princess. My baby’s dress is so pretty." "Thank you, Daddy! Play... let's play with princess dolls." "Okay... let's play," he replied with a smile, prompting me to glare at him. But Nick only gave a playful smirk when he looked my way. "But it looks like your Mommy doesn't want to, baby. I think she’s mad," he said to Angelica, feigning distress. "No... no, Daddy... Mommy is okay," she said, turning to me with a cute expression and giving a thumbs-up. What could I do but nod? "See that, Daddy? Let's play!" I just hit my forehead

