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 doesn't argue. "Of

clears his throat, glancing at Judy. "We'll see Abby

"Yes, another time. Soon." Then she

I say casually. "Soon. For sure.

a moment as I try to catch my breath.

much does Judy

know he won't answer, not if he's in the middle of something important. However, I

builds in my shoulders. I refuse to let any of this trigger me. I need to talk to someone, get some advice. But who? Jayden's gone, and I don't want to drag Lisa into

thumb hovering over Gordon Brown's number. He's

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me some insight, help me figure

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 on conflict,

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can't risk that. I need to handle

deep breath, trying to steady 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

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

on it. Don't worry. I got you. Talk

telling him to be safe and that I love him

counter, figuring I'll grab a quick shower to clear

a treat, and I savor each last drop cascading over me. But I need to hit the road, so I

is back in my kitchen. "Oh, having trouble

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. I'm just so tired but the thought of him is haunting