Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband by Anney GW

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127 Dinner With Judy

127 Dinner With Judy (Winona)

Back at my townhouse, the familiar surroundings are a tonic after the chaos and fear of today. Abby greets us at the door, her bright smile a balm to my frazzled nerves.

"Mommy!" She gives me the biggest hug.

"Hi Sweety. Have you had a good day?"

"Yes. I did some painting and made a fort, come see." She tugs on my hand.

"I'll come look soon. Why don't you take Grandma Judy for a look?"

"Grandma Judy!" Abby has just realized she's behind me and she throws herself at her for a hug. "Come see my fort!" Abby exclaims, grabbing Judy's hand and pulling her towards her bedroom. Judy gives me a questioning look.

"I'll tell her later. Stay for dinner?" I say quietly.

Judy gives me a nod. "Thank you. I'd love to," she says before allowing herself to be led away.

I turn to Anne, who is waiting in the living room, concern on her face.

"He's in critical condition," I say, the words tasting bitter in my mouth. "He lost a lot of blood, and they had to put him in an induced coma. Dr. Green says the next 24 hours are crucial." Anne looks like she's about to cry. "I saw the news. I'm so glad you're safe, though."

"Thanks, Anne. It's been a nightmare. I know this will sound crazy, but I've asked Judy to stay for dinner." Anne's eyebrows shoot up in surprise. "Really? After everything?"

"I know, right? But I think it's time to extend an olive branch. Maybe we can start to build some kind of understanding, for Abby's sake if nothing else."

Anne nods slowly, a small smile forming on her lips. "That's very gracious of you, Winona. I hope it goes well."

a duffle bag slung over his shoulder. He looks tired

we hadn't talked about what would happen if I

sudden. Do you have anywhere to go? You're welcome here in the guest room as long as

Lance and we're setting up a small financial

see. I'm very proud of you, Phillip. Just be happy and don't be a stranger." I give him a hug. "Thanks for being

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127 Dinner With Judy

as much as is

"You go

day. I'm not even sure why I'm asking

rings. I open it to find Lisa standing there, a mischievous grin on her face and a bottle of bubbles. "No rain

weather," I

this bottle of no-alcohol wine will have to suffice,"

have some alcohol in it, or you can go back

a little as she looks at me more closely. "Winona, I saw the news. Jayden saved your life. Are

hand. "But listen, Judy is with Abby right now, so we

and only. Abby wanted to show her some artwork, so they're in her room.

that's something I never thought I'd see. You're really going for peace,

hospital... She was really broken about Jayden and she admitted she sees now he does love me. Even apologized for treating me badly." "Badly?

trying," I admit. "Things are so messed up right now. Jayden's fighting for his life, and I want to make peace with Judy. For

either even stronger than I ever imagine or completely bat-shit crazy, Winona," Lisa says, giving me a supportive smile. "So, what's

say. "I'm too exhausted to

like you actually

her on the arm and grab the bottle. "Let's open this, I think we can

to Gus and Judy. What were they arguing about so intensely outside the hospital? Gus was clearly angry with her, and Judy's tears and defiance puzzled me. shake my head, trying to push the thoughts