Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband by Anney GW

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380 A Tiny Dream of Hope

(Winona)

Henry's soft whimpers stir me from my thoughts, anchoring me back to the present. The kids will be almost finished with their chores.

I cross the room to his crib, our walk-in wardrobe converted into a makeshift nursery, and lean over to scoop him up. waving aimlessly in the air.

His little face scrunches, his Darely opening as he lets out a sleepy cry, his tiny fists

"Hey, sweet boy," I murmur, pressing a kiss to his forehead as I cradle him close. His soft baby scent fills me, warm and comforting. I hold him tighter, feeling a surge of emotion rise inside me. Despite everything Henry's been through, he'

here, healthy and full of life, and I still find myself amazed by the strength this tiny boy has shown. Delivered by Caesarian at 25 weeks, he spent those first days so fragile, connected to machines and tubes. Maybe that's all I need, to get to that point in the gestation. But even that is a pipe dream. But I wonder how far along I am already?

kiss Henry on the cheek. He's fought to make it through each day. It's a miracle he's made it this far, à gift I never stop being grateful for. Despite all the unhinged things Ashlyn did to me, I thank her for her final gift. Before the end came, she wanted the best for her baby

She even asked me to adopt him before she went off that facility roof. I don't believe that was an accident. It just smacks of Judy's interference. Jayden cut Judy off to protect us all.

There are days here when I could believe that has really happened.

But in reality I know thinking she's not in our lives would be a fool's game to play.

I settle Henry on the changing table, unwrapping him from his blanket as he wriggles and squirms. His sleepy eyes blink up at me, he gives me a smile and I feel a rush of love, so strong it's almost overwhelming.

I never imagined I'd be so lucky as to be his mom, to share this life with Jayden and watch him grow. He may not have grown inside me but he's every bit as lodged in my heart as Abby.

That goes for Bobby and Sarah too. All my kids. Everyone of them I'll protect with everything I have.

"Let's get you cleaned up, hmm?" I whisper, unfastening his diaper with gentle hands.

him have a kick around for a minute after

grow another baby inside me, to feel those tiny kicks. Just the thought

not get

baby seems impossible. But then, isn't

whisper, smoothing a

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want to tell him, so much love I want to give, not just to him, but to the life growing inside me. If this pregnancy really is possible. But with the reality of my condition, I know carrying to term is a

far along I'd

the blanket to keep him snug, and we make our way

Sarah carefully tidying up the kitchen after prepping vegetables

can't help but smile at their hard work, their

I call out

proud of the job they've done. "We're all finished, Mom!" Sarah says, giving me

to pick up toys in her room," Bobby explains. "She peeled

have earned some time at the cottage

get Abby," Bobby

Bobby, I'm excited to see some paint go on the walls. I think we can move in when Dad gets back

He heads

to calling Viktor as we all head

down to the swings, I pull out my phone and scroll through to Viktor's number. If there's anyone I can rely on for privacy and discretion, it's him.

The call connects. "Hello."

don't tell Jayden

a brief pause, and

"Can you talk?"

"Yes. Go ahead."

a deep breath, choosing my words carefully. "I need... guidance. Discreetly. Would you know of a

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