489 Creating a Family Cocoon

(Jayden)

"Gabriel." I say as Henry tries to grab my cell out of my hand.

I manage to dodge his lightning-fast hand, holding the phone just out of his reach. He laughs, thinking it's a game.

His little giggles make me grin.

"Jayden. I wanted to let you know I'm flying in to finalize the shares. Everything looks good on my end. I land at six."

"Great. Let me know your hotel room; I'll come see you there."

"Sorry to hear about Lance and Judy. I've read over everything you sent. Are you sure?"

"Yes," I reply coolly. "You'll be in charge now unless you make other arrangements with your family. I'm out."

There's a pause on the other end, but I don't care to fill it. Gabriel's voice is measured when he continues, "How's Winona? I heard she had a fall."

"She's in recovery. We'll know more tomorrow."

"I heard Cass was in Europe. Is she coming back to see her?"

"She is. And I don't want any trouble for her, Gabriel. She's been through enough. I'm still pissed that Mia provided her with drugs and made her sell. I'm pissed that you went and left Cass all alone like that." I jiggle Henry on my hip.

He's focused on trying to undo my tie at the moment, a picture of complete innocence. His tiny fingers pull and twist, determined to unravel what he sees as a challenge.

through rehabilitating her from the grooming my grandfather has put her through from a young age. She's going to help Uncle Gus out with information

Uncle Gus?

sharp jolt through me. Gus playing happy families with Gabriel. Looks like he's found a suitable replacement for me. My muscles tighten, but I take a deep breath and tell

Jayden. I really appreciate what

doesn't matter. They are welcome to each other.

So, I know he'll take care of the employees at

hang up before Gabriel

about any of this, do you? You just want snacks." I

I need to be. This is what matters. Everything

carry Henry into

on one hip as

little hands reach out

of

and cheese just in time. "Not yet, buddy. Let's get you in the high-chair

open the cupboard and grab a box of crackers. I managed to carry

I

but settles quickly as I strap him in. I set his bowl in front of him and watch as he dives into the fruit with both hands, his face

have to go get your water bottles from

Mommy all about my new

Cat come stay

him. Mainly because we'll be moving into our other place soom and that will be confusing

off to get

presence grounding as always. She placesza hand on my shoulder. “You're doing good, Jayden. Winona will be very proud of how you've put

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