He spotted his ex-wife counting coins just to buy bread—then suddenly realized the twin boys standing beside her were his sons.

to.”

Emma crossed her arms. “Why now?”

Nathan glanced at the door, then back at her.

“I saw you at Russo’s Bakery.”

Her expression changed.

Shame flickered across her face, and that hurt Nathan more than anger would have.

“You followed me?”

“No. I was there by chance.”

Emma looked away.

Nathan’s voice softened. “Are they mine?”

The hallway went completely still.continue reading …