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."

for the

tightens, but she

glancing at

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

I say casually. "Soon.

close the door, leaning against it for a moment as I try to catch my breath. What a

much does Judy

something important. However, I know I also have to tell him his mother is back in the country.

to let any of this trigger me. I need to talk to someone, get some advice. But who? Jayden's gone, and

thumb hovering over Gordon Brown's number. He's been a solid ally, someone

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

then I hesitate. What if involving Gordon only makes things worse? What if Steve finds out and sees it as a challenge? I know how his mind works-he thrives

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handle this on my own, at least for

my nerves. I can't let fear control me. I've faced worse 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 myself that, a dark voice in the back of my mind whispers that I'm in over my head.

my hand, startling me. I

worry. I got you. Talk soon.

back a quick reply, telling him to be safe and that I love

counter, figuring I'll

need to hit the road, so I

back in my

out today." Her voice sounds worn out. "I want to take something to help me sleep. I'm just so tired but the