“Dad!” Zoe ran and hugged Archer as soon as he arrived and walked into the house.
The little girl looked so carefree in his arms. Her excitement in welcoming Archer despite his late arrival made Archer hug her tighter as he gently kissed her head.
“I'm sorry that Daddy came home late, Zoe.” Archer's tone showed a gentleness that he never showed to anyone except his family members.
Zoe looked up at her father with a cheerful face, not caring even though she had been waiting for a long time. “It's okay; Dad is forgiven.” She kissed Archer's cheek back as she tightened her arm around his shoulder. Her eyes looked at Archer with admiration and warmth. “Come on, Dad, let's eat. Mom has cooked my favorite pasta and chicken cordon bleu, which Zack likes.” She stretched out her hand, pointing t
