466 Back at the Penthouse

(Winona)

The sight of their toys scattered across the floor feels like a lifeline in the middle of a horrible dream. Despite how I felt when I left here, the penthouse actually feels like home now. Familiar and safe.

As I step out of the elevator, Anne greets me softly. "They're asleep. They were very happy to see their things and Bobby settled the cat in first. They even did all their chores without being asked," she pauses, studying my face. "How are you holding up?" I set my bag down on the counter and exhale. "I'm managing. Lisa's... not okay, but I think she'll be fine as time passes. She's angry at Lance for giving up."

Anne nods, her expression sympathetic. "And Jayden?"

"He's focused on logistics, keeping himself busy. He's bringing Lance and Judy back to the States soon, sorting out the wills, the services... everything. I think he's in shock, honestly."

Anne steps closer, placing a comforting hand on my arm. "And you? You're shouldering so much right now. Are you really okay?"

"I don't know. I feel like I'm being pulled in every direction. But I'll be okay. I have all the medical check-ins tomorrow. That will make me more settled."

"And me."

"I think I'll take a bath and make some hot cocoa for bed."

"You better eat something too."

not hungry but I do need to eat as I haven't for a while. "What did you

stove, and pasta casserole in

of some home-cooked comfort food. "I've missed your

then you can relax. I'll be here if the kids wake up, but

you. I guess Henry will like his walk-in wardrobe

in with me tonight. I wasn't sure what time you'd be home, so it was easier. I can

and look at those properties. The Penthouse isn't home long term. Perhaps when Jayden gets back, and Lisa is ready to get out a bit." "That's a

for her presence. "I'm going to eat and send Jayden a text. See how he's getting on.

hard. But I hope one day he can

he will, but he won't be the same

moves to pick up

into the

and allow us to go on and be happy and free? Can he eventually move

way. But for Jayden, I'm not so sure. Can he ever really erase

with us. I think about Steve Halley, my so-called father. He's gone, Mom took him out for me

free of him despite what

has some good memories with

let her go as well. But I'm not Jayden and he's not me. We are so far of knowing what we think

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