I arrived at my daughter Lilys elementary school expecting a quiet Family Dayonly to stop cold at the entrance.

There stood my husband, Caleb.

He wasnt alone.

He had a little boy resting easily on his hip and his fingers were laced with Blaires, his childhood friend.
The three of them looked like a perfect family.

When Caleb spotted me and Lily, he frozethen slowly pulled his hand away, guilt flashing across his face.

I smiled, lifted my chin, and said softly:
Relax, Caleb. I didnt come to expose youat least not today.


Blairequickly took her son from Caleb, looking a bit flustered.

"Sierra, please dont be upset. Caleb was just being nice. This kid has grown up without a dad, and today is his special day. Caleb was just helping him out."

I stared at her with a half-smile.

"If thats the case, now that Lily and I are here, shouldnt you return Caleb to us? We're the real family of three."

Blaire looked shocked, but her son wasnt having it.

"Dad, you promised to spend today with me and mom!"

The five-year-old shot me a fierce glare.

I raised an eyebrow. Hes already calling him dad?

Before I could respond, Caleb stepped in front of the mom and son, adopting a protective stance.

His tone was impatient.

"Sierra, you're a parent too. Shouldnt you have some empathy? Blaire and I grew up together. Im just spending one day with them! Do you really have to make a scene?"

I laughed bitterly. Was Blaire's situation my fault?

Just then, other parents began arriving with their kids for Family Day. One of them came over to greet us.

"Good morning, Leo's mom and dad! You guys always come together. Not like my husband, who claims he's too busy for our child."

Blaire awkwardly responded while panic flashed across Caleb's face.

I couldnt help but confront him. "Caleb, is this what you call just one day?!"

He got angry and embarrassed, grabbing my arm.

"Sierra, there are a lot of people here. Dont make a scene!"

Then he lowered his voice, glancing at our daughter.

"It wont be good for Lily if this escalates, you know what I mean."

Lily, hearing her name, looked around confused.

She didnt understand what was happening. She just clung to my leg, her tiny hand now sweaty.

Feeling her anxiety, I crouched down to pat her little ponytail, speaking softly.

"Dont worry about anything when mommys here."

I watched as Caleb walked away with Blaire and Leo.

Soon, they were surrounded by a crowd.

People were smiling and complimenting Caleb on his success, praising him for becoming a CEO at just over 30.

He was full of himself, practically glowing with pride.

Blaire looked up at him with admiration, clearly pleased to be seen with him.

Leo, still in Caleb's arms, turned back to me and made a mocking face.

I couldnt help but feel a cold laugh inside. Caleb was certainly getting cocky.

Even though I had cut back on my time at the company due to pregnancy and childbirth, I still held 75% of Flying Groups shares. I was the real boss.

He was just riding my coattails, and out of consideration for our marriage, I gave him a manager title.

I pulled out my phone and texted HR.

"John, remove Caleb from the manager position. Announce it internally next Monday."

Then I messaged the legal team.

"Luke, draft a divorce agreement between Caleb and me."

Oh Caleb, if you want to live off me, you better check if I allow it first.




Before long, the Family Day activities kicked off.

Families took their seats at prepared tables. Lily looked at Caleb sitting in front of us and asked sadly.

"Mommy, why isnt daddy sitting with us?"

I pinched her chubby cheek. She was too young for this drama.

"Because mommy is a superhero. Daddy went to help other kids."

Just then, the elementary school teacher announced the first activity C building with blocks. She smiled and said, "The prize for first place is a LEGO spaceship."

Lilys eyes lit up, and she pointed at the spaceship. "Mommy, I want it!"

"Okay, lets do our best!"

As the sand timer ran low, Lily raised her hand and shouted excitedly.

"Teacher, were done!"

The teacher came over, ready to announce the winner when suddenly, a little boy from the front row dashed over.

Leo.

He knocked over the blocks we built and said arrogantly, "Now first place is mine!"

Lily's eyes filled with tears as she stared at the mess. Angry, she picked up a large block and threw it at Leo.

Caleb rushed over, his first words being:

"Lily, how could you hit someone?! Apologize to Leo right now."

Lily stood her ground.

"No! He pushed over my blocks first! Hes the bad guy!"

I firmly supported my daughter.

"Caleb, anyone can see who started this. Leo should apologize to Lily!"

Blaire joined in, tugging on Caleb's arm.

"Caleb, lets just drop it. We shouldnt hold this against the kids."

The elementary school teacher tried to smooth things over, but suddenly Lily burst into tears.

"Daddy, why arent you protecting me? Why are you scolding me?"

Her cry of "Daddy" stunned everyone. They glanced between me, Caleb, and Blaire.

Caleb turned red, while Blaire looked like she wanted to say something but held back.

At that moment, Leo put his hands on his hips and stood in front of Lily, snarling.

"Whos your daddy? Dont call him that! This is my dad!"

My daughter, frightened, started hiccupping. She cried out, her voice breaking.

"Daddy, say something!"

My heart ached. I glared fiercely at Caleb, my voice sharp.

"Caleb, arent you going to explain? Are you just going to let us be misunderstood?"

Caleb's eyes widened. He picked up Leo.

"Whats there to explain? Today, Im Leos dad!" He even patted Leos head.

Instantly, other parents began whispering and pointing at me and my daughter.

"Why is that child calling someone dad out of nowhere?!"

"I dont think Lilys family has ever attended Family Day before. This time only her mom came. Do you think she might be someones mistress?!"

"I heard this Caleb is a big CEO, super rich. Maybe Lily's mom is trying to seduce him and got caught by her own daughter."

While my daughter and I faced the gossip, Caleb stood by, comforting Leo. Blaire was off to the side, suppressing a smile as she glanced at me.

I hugged my daughter, who was sobbing uncontrollably, and gently patted her back.

I wanted to confront that scumbag and his mistress, but this wasnt the right moment. I couldnt let my daughter suffer more.