My CEO 354

354 The Future of Nexus Global

(Jayden)

Winona steps back into the room after checking the older kids in bed. She looks a little more at ease. She has the monitor screen in her hand.

"The monitors work well," she says, sitting down beside me. "But I don't know. It feels so impersonal. I'd

rather be more hands-on with the kids."

I nod, knowing exactly what she means. "It's a big house. Everything's spread out. Feels like we're miles away but moving into a guest wing isn't practical for the first night."

"I know," she says, glancing down at Henry, who's starting to doze off in his bassinet. "But Henry will sleep in our room tonight. There's a cot and I'll leave him in the bassinet. I don't care how good the monitors are. I want him close." I smile at that. "Of course. Can't leave him up to his own devices."

She leans back against the couch, letting out a small sigh. "I think the family house will be so much better. I can't wait to get started making it livable."

"I mean, the staff here could have it done in no time."

"I know. But I think it'll be cathartic for us to do it ourselves. For you."

"Don't think it will magically fix things for Gus and me."

"No, but it can't hurt to see you were wanted, Jayden. No matter how things turned out. You should see the backyard. It's massive and every kid's dream to explore."

"Not to mention full of kittens." I give a wry grin.

"Yes! Hundreds of them, all plotting against you." Winona laughs.

"The move, this ridiculous house, Nexus... everything is complicated right now."

"But, we eat the elephant one bite at a time."

in closer, my hand still holding hers. "But I want you to know that you're the most important part of all this to me. The kids, you, us. That's what matters. Nexus is just a job." Winona looks up at me, her eyes searching mine. "You say that, but Nexus is more than a job, Jayden. It's your legacy. You're stepping into Gus's shoes,

out a small laugh. "No, I'm stepping into my own shoes. I had

"Tell me about it."

I missed the meeting with... I ended up securing an

eyebrow, impressed. "Really?

I was late, and he was really understanding. His wife

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They definitely

Global to be relevant, forward-thinking and inclusive. They loved it." Her smile widens. "That is such a brilliant idea,

grow this idea means I don't sell up in 3

move. Having a balance with family and work is more Important than ever these days. People want to feel connected

way to bring Nexus into the future. We're not just a corporate giant- we're a company that cares about families. We give our workers adequate staffing levels to be able to take guilt-free time off with their families. Not

"It's so perfect.

hours, working remotely and all the things underpins families functioning well while meeting

idea. "I think it's brilliant. And if you're planning to bring that kind of focus into Nexus, it could really make a

team. I could really use your input on some of these ideas. You've always had a great sense for what works. Plus, firsthand experience as a working mother

would've

support in that area could change parents' lives.

some time with Sofia, you

hesitation in her eyes. I'd love to help," she says softly,

my head, watching her

lets out a sigh, her shoulders slumping slightly. "It's just... I don't know. Do you

Look, she's probably more than most, but

to make me jealous over

off. Winona's gut feelings are

can't believe she doesn't have some. influence on some

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