Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband by Anney GW

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(Winona)

"What the hell are you doing here?" The words slip out before I can stop them. I'm too on edge to care about politeness right now.

"Is that any way to greet your daughter's grandmother?" Judy's voice is all syrupy sweetness, but her eyes -those cold, calculating eyes-are scanning me, taking in every detail. Gus gives me an apologetic smile. "I told her you didn't like surprises."

"Abby's at school," I say, crossing my arms. "And we have plans after, so..."

"So?" Judy cuts in, her tone sharp. "So we'll wait. I'd love to catch up with you, Winona. Maybe we can chat while we wait for Abby to come home?"

I do not want her near my mother.

Is this coincidence that Steve is in town and Judy shows up?

I'm not mentioning a word about anything. Not Jayden, not Steve and definitely not Ashlyn.

I stand my ground.

"Maybe I can help," Judy offers, her voice too eager. "I could pick Abby up from school, like I used to. Spend some time with her while you handle your plans." "No," I say, too quickly. "Abby has a friend's birthday party."

Judy's eyes narrow slightly. "I see."

thanks for the

but she

glancing at Judy. "We'll see Abby another

on mine. "Yes, another time. Soon." Then she turns and walks away, Gus sticking close behind

"Soon.

it for a moment as I try to catch my breath.

does Judy

grab my phone to call Jayden. But I know he won't answer, not if he's in the middle of something important. However, I

me. I need to talk to someone, get some advice. But who? Jayden's gone, and I don't want to

my phone again, my thumb hovering over Gordon Brown's number. He's been a solid

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he can give me some insight, help me figure out my

Gordon only makes things worse? What if Steve finds out and sees it as a challenge? I know how his mind works-he thrives on conflict, on pushing people to their limits. If he thinks I'm trying to outmaneuver him, he'll double down,

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need to handle this on my own,

than this before, and I've survived. I'm stronger now, more capable. I won't let Steve take that away from me. Not again. But even as I tell

I glance

it. Don't worry. I got you.

quick reply, telling him to be safe

my phone on the kitchen counter, figuring I'll grab

I need to hit the road, so I dry and dress and go to the kitchen to grab my phone

back in my kitchen.

"I came to let you know I'm skipping going out today." Her voice sounds worn out. "I want to take something to help me sleep.