The Price of Leaving

Valerie was forced to look up at Declan, whose eyes were a little red. She did not speak, silently enduring his anger.

"Say something!" Declan tightened his grip on her chin, his eyes bloodshot. "From the beginning, you've never wanted me to know about our daughter, nor have you intended to let me participate in your lives."

Valerie's throat felt even tighter, and she still nodded. "Yes."

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