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Loving Mom 19

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Chapter 19

With that thought in mind, Sharon asked, “Mr. Cooper, what exactly would I need to do?”

Xavier smiled, clearly satisfied. “My work keeps me busy. I rarely have time for him. Miss…” He paused, then asked, “What’s your name?”

“Sharon.”

“Sharon,” he continued, “the job is simple. If he stays with you, just take him to and from school, make meals, and be with him during his downtime. That’s all.

“Of course, if you want to take him to an amusement park, summer camp, or travel elsewhere, that’s fine too–totally up to you. Those expenses will be reimbursed separately.”

Wendy looked on, eyes practically glowing green with envy.

Paid vacations? Was that even a real thing?

Sharon’s gaze flickered. “He… has to live with me?”

me instead? Not that I’d mind, but

thought of that. They didn’t look too far apart in age, and moving into Xavier’s place… yeah, people would talk. Not to mention, his wife probably wouldn’t be thrilled about another woman living under the

then asked,

to this?”

few

apologized, “I’m

Xavier said

it shifted to Matty. There was a tenderness there

worried that if I take him home, I

voice dropped–low, rich, but laced with unmistakable arrogance. “My son? I’m Xavier Cooper. Who would dare lay a hand on my

man. You’d have to be insane to mess

wouldn’t have someone keeping tabs on her in the background. His offer was

clear conscience. If he wanted to watch

asked, “When would

to leave for a last–minute trip–should be back by the weekend. In the meantime, you’ll take care

in the eye. “Any questions? If not, I’ll be heading

her. “He doesn’t seem too strong. Are there any foods he needs