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313 Europe Beckons

(Winona)

Jayden leaves later tonight. I'm trying my best not to be sad in front of him. I really want this opportunity

for us.

As much as it was a shock for Gus to throw him in at the deep end, I can see a certain buzz back in Jayden since he's been a businessman again.

I like that for him.

I glance over at him, his focus somewhere far away. "You all packed?"

Jayden nods, sipping his coffee. "Mostly. Just a few last-minute things to throw in the bag. It's weird, though. This time tomorrow, I'll be in Dubai overnight.

My

y stomach tightens at the thought. He'll be gone for a whole month before we can join him, and I'll be juggling everything here-Henry, the kids, work, and planning the big move. I've never been more excited and more nervous in my life.

"I can't believe it's finally happening." I admit, leaning back into the couch. "Europe. I mean.... we've talked about it, planned for it, but now that it's real..."

reaches over, squeezing my hand. "Hey, we're going to be fine. The month will fly by. And once Henry gets the all-clear, you'll

It's just no Anne. And I'm used to having her help

there. We'll get the best nannies, Winona. I'll personally vet every single one of them. You're not going

to let that sink in. It's true-I won't be alone. But the idea of starting fresh in a new country, without the familiar comforts, without Anne's steady

to seem too negative. "I mean, it'll be great for the kids. New experiences, a different culture. It's just... a lot to take in. I mean I should be able to do this. Some people have like ten kids." Jayden's eyes soften as he leans forward. "I know, but you're right to be nervous. We'll have

wrinkle my nose.

tutors who can work one-on-one with the kids, help them overcome the

them a chance to learn more than just

can happen with private

be able to

on my bottom lip. "But what about

kids, really be part

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313 Europe Beckon

sighs, rubbing the back of his neck. "That's true. But the schools may all be French or Flemish-speaking. It'll be a challenge. Let's do some more research before we decide."

have support to help them settle in This is going to be a good thing for them. New environment,

guess you're

Nexus Global... it's going to take time. Once you're

the plan but hearing it out loud makes it feel more real. We'll be living in Europe for at least that long.

pauses, then shrugs. "Then we deal with it. But don't think it will. I'm going to get in, see what impact a full sale

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