The familiar warmth of my penthouse was a welcome reprieve as I kicked off my heels, rolling my shoulders to release the day's tension. Before I could call out, Betty came barreling around the corner.
"Mama! You're home early!" She crashed into my legs, wrapping her arms around them tightly.
"I missed my favorite person," I smiled, kneeling to my daughter's level. "Did you have a good day?"
Betty nodded enthusiastically. "We learned about butterflies! And—" her eyes widened with remembered excitement, "—you got a special package! Uncle Kade said we should wait for you to open it."
My smile froze. "A package?"
"It came before Kade brought me home," Betty confirmed, pulling my hand. "It's pretty!"
"Where is Kade now?" I asked, trying to keep my voice casual.
"He got a phone call and w
