Divorce Time

Chapter 7

Jasmine leaped out of bed, her voice filled with excitement. “Really?”

Yeah

“Then why didn’t Ms. Hawkins tell me about it?”

“It’s just been confirmed. I haven’t had the chance to tell her yet.”

Jasmine’s excitement was palpable. “Let’s not tell Ms. Hawkins yet, Dad. How about we surprise her when we get back home?”

“It sounds like a plan.”

“Dad, you’re the best! I love you to the moon and back!”

days had been good since Charlene hadn’t called. To avoid talking to Charlene, Jasmine had been leaving the house early and

Charlene didn’t call in the following days. At first, Jasmine thought Charlene knew she was avoiding her calls. But then, knowing her

couldn’t believe Charlene would stay mad at her and not call. With that thought, Jasmine suddenly missed Charlene. It was the first time in days she had

would likely do everything to keep them apart, just like before. She couldn’t see Vesta whenever she wanted, like she could here.

was the middle of the night.

woke

she was about to answer, Jasmine hung up in anger.

up her custody rights to Jasmine in the divorce agreement with Thorne, Jasmine was

after Jasmine abruptly hung up, Charlene quickly called back. Jasmine saw the call but turned

worry grew, so she decided to call the house landline instead.

and woke up late today. I saw her just now, still

words. “Thank

had happened, Jasmine lied, saying

wiser, Latonia went back downstairs to call Charlene.