Chapter 550 Whatever You Say, I'll Believe

Bella couldn't help but twitch her lips at the message from Dominic. Before she could ask what was going on, another message came through. "I'm not coming home tonight. Leonard's panicking about meeting Lia's parents tomorrow. He's totally wasted, and I need to get him back and ensure that he's up early. If he sleeps through the morning, things will get messy." It was a reasonable excuse. Bella quickly replied with a thumbs-up emoji to give him her approval. Truthfully, she wouldn't have pressed him about it even if he hadn't told her. A while later, Dominic surprised her by calling via video. Assuming he wanted to check on their daughter, she tiptoed into the nursery and aimed the camera at Lily. "She's asleep. Don't drink too much, and get Leonard home early." Dominic had found a quieter spot. There was less noise on his end now. His voice came through, calm but firm. "I didn't call to see her. I wanted to see you." Bella frowned slightly. "Why me?" His tone lowered, almo