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?”

in with me instead? Not that I’d mind, but with someone as young as

age, and moving into Xavier’s place… yeah, people would talk. Not

asked, “Does Matty’s mother

to this?”

silent for a few seconds. “His mother

apologized,

said

to Matty. There was a tenderness there

nodded. “Aren’t you worried that if I take him home,

laced with unmistakable arrogance. “My son? I’m Xavier Cooper. Who would dare lay a hand on my

the vibe of a regular man. You’d

was no way he wouldn’t have someone keeping tabs on her

had a clear conscience. If he wanted

“When

leave for a last–minute trip–should

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

her eyes drifting to the quiet Matty beside her. “He doesn’t seem too strong. Are there any foods he needs to avoid, or

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