ROBERT POV
It was early in the morning, Robert's gaze drifted to the clock on his mantle. 7:07 AM. He should be at work, but today was different.
The doorbell pierced the morning calm. Robert's heart sank as he approached the entrance.
"Carolyn," he said flatly, looking so surprised, he hadn't expected her to bring the kids over so early, he opened the door.
Carolyn's bright smile faltered for an instant before she recovered. "Robert, darling! I hope I'm not interrupting anything."
Robert's expression remained neutral. "Nothing…What brings you here?"
Carolyn's eyes sparkled with calculation. "The kids missed you, and I'm exhausted. I need a break."
Robert's scepticism grew. "Suddenly, they miss me? Isn't it too early?"
Carolyn's laughter was forced. "Oh, Robert, you're being dramat
