Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband by Anney GW

430 Separation

430 Separation (Jayden)

Henry is nestled in my arms, I've missed him so much. He's grown more, and it hasn't even been that long since I've been in London.

We're sitting in the farmhouse kitchen. Viktor leans against the countertop, arms folded, his expression calm but serious. Winona sits beside me, her fingers wrapped around a steaming mug of herbal tea that Klara made for her. She takes a sip, and I can tell she's nervous.

Klara steps forward, her gaze flicking between us. "This pregnancy is high-risk, even more so than before," she says, her voice steady and calm.

"Winona needs minimal stress, regular monitoring, and a stable environment. Any disruptions could be dangerous," she adds.

I cradle Henry closer, my heart pounding with fear for Winona and our unborn child.

My mind races. It's fragile. Another miracle. "What do we need to do to keep you both safe?

Winona takes a breath, her voice trembling slightly. "Klara and the doctors say it's about keeping a normal routine, keeping my blood pressure down, and avoiding stress as much as possible. Impossible with our lives, really." Klara places a gentle hand on Winona's shoulder. "Honestly, there are no guarantees that anything you do or don't do will make a difference. But it can't hurt to try for less stress."

"I agree. I want to know that I didn't actively seek out stressful situations."

I look at Viktor, whose eyes are focused and determined. "Stress never seems far away. But my mother is the key factor here" I say, my voice steady. "She's never going to stop unless I stop her." Viktor nods. "We'll make it happen, and I'll make sure you're protected."

Winona looks up at me, her eyes full of worry. "Let's hope it all happens easily. If I go back to the States, I think I'll feel better until all of this is over and I'll have Anne to help. If the worst does happen, I'll be in good hands."

I tighten my grip on Henry, feeling the fear behind that last sentence. "I know I'll feel better with you away from Judy. I'll stay here and keep her attention on me.

talk to Lisa and we can

We're decided then." I

forward. I take a deep breath and stand, still holding Henry. "I'm going to talk to the kids," I say. They deserve to know what's going on, even if it's only part of the truth." Winona's eyes widen with

then step outside. The sun hangs low in

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over the fields. Bobby, Sarah, and Abby are sitting under the big tree near

I call, making my way

over to where I'm standing. Sarah's eyes light up, and Abby reaches for my hand. I settle down at the wooden

Dad?"

at each of them. "Things are a bit complicated right now," I start, keeping my voice calm. "I might not be around as much for a while. I have to work in London a while longer, on something really important." Sarah's face

I assure her. "I'll always be there for you, no matter what. Even if I can't be here in person all the

voice small. "But why do you have to go back

grown-ups have to do things. But

be heading back home,

always make o

"Can't we just... be together?

little while. I'll make sure you all have phones, so we can call or text anytime. We'll still

heart aches. "Promise," I say, my voice thick. "We're a family, no

tell he's still worried. "And what about the cat?" he asks suddenly.

with us, wherever we go. And as for your projects, we'll find you

a small

I say. "We'll figure it out, I