CHAPTER 133 A SHADY DEAL

Claire was in the kitchen, preparing dinner while Emily was busy with her homework at the dining table. The sound of her phone ringing interrupted her thoughts. She glanced at the caller ID and saw Blake’s name. Her heart sank. She hadn’t spoken to her ex-husband in months, and she wasn’t looking forward to this conversation. She took a deep breath and answered. "Hello, Blake." "Claire," Blake's voice came through, firm but with a hint of irritation. "I need to talk to you about something important." "Okay, what is it?" Claire asked, trying to keep her tone neutral as she stirred the pot on the stove. "I’m going to be in Michigan in a few days, and I need your address. I want to see Emily," Blake said, his tone demanding. Claire paused, gripping the phone tighter. "Blake, you know we’ve agreed on the visitation schedule. Why this sudden visit?" "Because I’m her father, and I have a right to see her!" Blake snapped. "You moved far away, making it difficult for me to see my daughte