Chapter 344

Serena's POV I couldn't tear my eyes away from that profile I'd glimpsed at the restaurant entrance. My heart was still hammering against my ribs, making it hard to focus on anything Cedric was saying. How could I have been so blind? How could I have let my daughter become friends with the child of the man who had destroyed me? "Serena," Cedric's voice finally broke through my mental fog. "I think we should transfer Rancy to a different kindergarten while she's sick. We need to keep her away from the Blackwood family." I met his eyes, realizing he was right. Vivian might be innocent, but she was still Ryan's daughter. Any connection to her meant potential contact with Ryan, and the thought made my stomach turn. "You're right," I nodded solemnly, my voice steadier than I felt inside. "I'll arrange it immediately." Cedric's hand wrapped around my wrist, his touch gentle yet firm. "You focus on being here for Rancy. I can take care of these details." "And," he added, his voice dropping lo