Darling, only I can be your man novel Chapter 45

　　“This is Ariana.” She advised him before going further.

　　Ashton chuckled softly, “I know sweetheart.”

　　Ariana felt uncomfortable. Her father haven’t addressed her like that for the past twenty years.

　　She did not want to sound rude before hearing what the issue is, “What can I help you with?”

　　“Can’t I call my daughter?” Ashton was not angry at her impatience.

　　“It is late and want to sleep.” Ariana was getting annoyed.

　　“Listen cupcake, I have been reflecting on myself and I realized that I haven’t been the best father to you. I know you missed you mom too.” Ashton mentioned seriously over the phone.

　　So he did not call to curse her for Gina. He normally only call when he need to argue with her or bribe her to do something for him in the name of raising her. Something he barely did.

　　Warm tears started to trickle down her cheeks at the mentioned of her mom. It was the first time hearing her father talking about her mother.

　　She did not respond to him. She did not know what to say.

　　She had long wanted her father’s care but she had grown now and his affection was no longer necessary. She did wanted to know more about her mother. He was the best person to provide her with information.

　　Ashton realized her silence and decided to speak up. “How about we talk about it over coffee tomorrow?”

　　“I have work so I cannot make it.” Ariana did not want to meet him. He could simply tell her over the phone.

　　“Cupcake, don’t be like that. I am trying to be a good father from now on.” Ashton pleaded and Ariana felt herself a bit weak with his pleadings but she still did not trust him.

　　“I will think about it and choose the date, time and place.” Ariana said with irritation.

　　Ashton still seemed calm and not getting angry as he usually does, “No problem. You can ask me any question you want when we meet.”

　　“Okay goodnight.” Ariana did not want to talk anymore so she hang up the call after saying goodbye.

　　His offer did sound tempted. She really wanted to find her mother especially after knowing that she suffers from on and off memory loss.

　　She threw her phone aside and crawled next to Michael for comfort.

　　Michael had already put the laptop aside and now under the covers.

　　He kissed her forehead and waited on her to talk.

　　It was quiet in the room so he could easily hear the conversation on both ends.

　　“Do you think I am stupid?” Ariana hold up her head to look at his eyes.

　　He kissed her lips softly and said seriously, “My wife is not stupid. It is natural for you to want family affection.” He answered sincerely, “They are stupid for not treasuring you.”

　　The ‘they’ he speak of is the Fearon’s Family. His wife is intelligent, caring and definitely a keeper. ‘Adam Richard is the biggest fool of them all but he was happy he fucked up to make it easier for him to find his rightful wife.’ Michael thought.

　　Ariana smiled, “Thank you.” She then sigh and added, “He wants to talk about mom over coffee tomorrow.”