Aria's POV
I went back to my father’s house. It wasn't exactly my proudest moment—running away from Aiden like this—but I needed space to think.
Charles looked genuinely surprised when he saw me walk through the front door. "Miss Aria! What brings you here today?"
"Just wanted to see Dad," I replied casually, then hesitated. "Also, I wanted to ask—has the person I mentioned been calling Dad lately?"
The concern in my voice must have convinced him I wasn't just hiding from my husband, because his expression softened. "Your father has received quite a few calls lately, but I'm not sure if any were from that particular individual."
I bit my lip nervously. While escaping Aiden was definitely part of my agenda today, I was genuinely worried about Dad's situation.
"Has Dad se
