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

tightens, but she doesn't argue. "Of

at Judy. "We'll see

on mine. "Yes, another time. Soon." Then

I say casually. "Soon.

close the door, leaning against it for a moment as

much does Judy

call Jayden. But I know he won't answer, not if he's in the middle of something important. However, I know I also have

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

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

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

his mind works-he thrives on conflict, on pushing

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that. I need to handle this on my own, at

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,

in my hand, startling me. I glance down and see a message from

I got you.

him to be safe and that I

my phone on the kitchen counter, figuring I'll grab a quick shower to clear

savor each last drop cascading over me. But I need to hit the road, so I dry and dress and go to the kitchen to grab

in my kitchen.

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