Chapter89: More Excuse

I smirked as Bella kept stealing glances at me during the rehearsal dinner. I purposely sat apart from her, but on her opposite side. Things turned slightly sour once my dad and stepmom arrived. I could feel the air of hostility between Bella and him this time. Funny how I never noticed it before. I approached him after dinner. "Hey dad, there's something we need to discuss. About Bella," I said. "Your girlfriend? What about her?" he raised his eyebrows. "How about we talk about it at home when this is over?" I suggested. He nodded. After dinner, I met him at home as promised. I told him everything Bella told me and expected him to deny it or tell me there has been some mistake. But he just stood there quietly. "I'm sorry I should've told you when you started dating her," he said. "You're telling me it's all true!" I exclaimed. "Yes. It was a dark time, and I don't like to talk about it," he said grimly. "you've got to be kidding me! You're responsible for that kid's death?" I said. "I