Eventually, she stood up straight and calmly filled him in on Evelyn and Daniel's weekend plans. Her tone stayed gentle but there was a bit of distance. She talked for a few minutes while Leonel just listened quietly.

Cordelia nestled snugly in Leonel’ arms.

Cordelia seemed to recognize Leonel as her father and stared at him with big curious eyes.

He couldn't resist reaching out to stroke her cheek.

Cordelia's cheek felt soft and smelled like baby lotion.