Chapter 97

• "Dustin wouldn't let me near you. I am your real father, Emerald. Daisy and I are your biological parents, and it's my right to reclaim my daughter."
• "Does my dad know about this?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
• "He insisted I stay away from you once he found out. He fought every custody case and blocked every attempt to reach you. I—" She watched as his hands balled into fists, and a shudder ran through her as she contemplated the gravity of his claim.