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."

need to eat as I haven't for a

soup on the stove, and pasta casserole in the

in anticipation of some home-cooked

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

guess Henry will like his walk-in

soon. But he's in with me tonight. I wasn't sure what time you'd be home, so it was easier. I can move him if

I think I'll still go 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

"I'm going to eat and send Jayden a text. See how he's getting on. I doubt he'll sleep

hope one day he can get through this and get on with

he will, but he won't be the same

she moves to pick up a few toys and heads down the hallway to put

head into

Judy? Will he find his way through this and allow us

on and only be grateful she isn't in my life in any way. But

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

do feel free of him

so cut and dried. He has some good memories with Judy. They had

he has more reasons to let her go as well. But I'm not Jayden

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