Chapter: 2042

Aimee nodded and tiptoed over to Rowan's bedside, taking in the sweet scene.

She'd always had a soft spot for Rowan, having watched him grow.

Nikolas, on the other hand, was heartbroken, as if he were watching his daughter slip away.

"This won't do," he muttered under his breath. "My daughter isn't allowed to like anyone more than she likes me."

Aimee shot him a pointed look, silencing him on the spot.