The Day Our Promise Breaks (Charles and Evelyn) novel Chapter 373

In the blink of an eye, he snapped back to reality, shifting his focus to the surveillance screens before him. That evening, Dahlia had set up a meeting with Wesley at the Grand Hotel, and she was bringing Sandy along to meet him. Wesley didn't need to think twice when he heard Sandy would be there; he agreed on the spot. However, Brooks was holed up in his mansion, where guards were stationed everywhere, and he was busy plotting his escape.

"Brooks…"

"Evelyn…"

Both turned their heads at almost the exact moment. They were so close, their noses practically brushed against each other, their breaths mingling in the tight space. Evelyn suddenly realized just how near they were, and a warm flush spread behind her ears. She instinctively leaned back, creating some space.

In just a few moments, she collected herself, looked up to meet Brooks' deep-set eyes, and said, "Brooks, remember when John was the only one who knew Dahlia deliberately caused Charlie's death? He was a threat, and Dahlia was ruthless enough to make sure he was silenced for good, just to save her own skin. Grandma wanted justice for Charlie, but Dahlia was always one step ahead."

"That woman will do anything to protect herself. Now that she knows Wesley has something over her, she won't just let that slide."

Evelyn thought back to two years ago, right after her first suicide attempt during a relapse. Brooks had told her that villains don't just commit one crime; if they kept watching Dahlia, they’d eventually catch her slipping.

Their eyes locked again. Brooks reached for his phone and called the mansion's security.

"Let Wesley go," he instructed.

"Give her some time," Dahlia said, keeping her cool in front of Wesley and trying to ease the tension.

"Yeah, I can wait," Wesley nodded, realizing he'd been a bit too eager. For Sandy to go from pushing him away to actually calling him Daddy was a big leap, and he needed to appreciate that. There was time to build on this.

"Sandy, here's a gift from Daddy. Do you like it?" Wesley had gone all out on this present, spending quite a bit at the mall. But for his little girl, no expense was too much. Sandy, however, had been spoiled with gifts from Charles over the years, so Wesley's present didn't quite measure up. Still, remembering her mom's advice, Sandy politely thanked him, "Thank you, Daddy. Sandy likes it very much."

"As long as you like it. Whatever you want, Daddy will get it for you," Wesley said, growing even more excited hearing Sandy's response.