But you left them behind,” Derek said, gently brushing her hair away from her face. “No, then she said I would live with them to meet my grandmother,” Amber said.
“Heartless witch.” How come you didn’t call me? “I was so worried,” Derek stated in a troubled tone. “I didn’t want you to take me away from Mom.
But now I realize what a mistake that was,” said Amber, looking down. It’s okay. “You just wanted to meet your mom,” Derek said, trying to comfort her.
“I’m sorry, Dad. I didn’t want to cause you any anxiety. Amber said, her eyes brimming with tears again.
She went on, “Now I know you’re the greatest father in the world.” “It’s not hard when you have the best daughter in the world,” Derek said with a grin and a firm embrace.
Amber clung to Derek, feeling safe in his arms. Derek helped her to her feet and they began to go to the vehicle.
“But you’re grounded for two weeks,” Derek said, trying to diffuse the tension. Feeling a bit better, Amber answered, “Fair enough,” with a little smile.
