Chapter 45
Liora’s POV
I swallowed hard as I turned back toward Aurora.
Soon, we arrived home. Derek stepped out first, moving around the car to open the door.
My legs trembled, though I forced them to stay steady as I stepped down and walked inside with Aurora in my arms.
My eyes swept across the living room, searching instinctively.
So… what exactly is this surprise?
Derek entered behind me.
“I need to lay her down,” he said, already walking toward me and extending his arms for Aurora.
I hesitated for a second before handing her over. He cradled her effortlessly and carried her in without another word.
I lowered myself onto the sofa, my thoughts unsettled.
Minutes later, Derek returned and took a seat opposite me, his gaze lingered.
“So what’s the surprise?” I asked again, my
