Chapter 33

Serena’s POV “W-What?” I breathed nervously. I was staring at her while she stared back at me and I was shocked when she lifted her arm and gently caressed my cheek. “Why are you crying, mommy? I just had a dream about a baby brother. I didn’t mean to scare you.” I quickly shook my head and wiped my own tears before I looked at her again. “Why? Do you want a brother?” Her hopeful eyes twinkled. “Yes, I really want a brother or even a sister. I would really love to play with my siblings because it sometimes feels sad playing along but…” The happiness in her eyes suddenly faded, making me panic. She looked at me again and sighed. “...but I know I can’t have a brother because mommy and daddy are divorced.” I squeezed my eyes closed and gripped the bedsheet in my palms. I suddenly felt sad. Yes, I can’t give her a sibling because I don't think I’m courageous enough to have a child again but with Tyler, I know he can give what Millie wants. She already has a brother with her dad and he’d pr