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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?”

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

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, “Does Matty’s

to this?”

silent for a few

apologized, “I’m

fine,” Xavier said lightly.

down, her gaze softening when it shifted to Matty. There was a tenderness

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

rich, but laced with unmistakable arrogance. “My son? I’m

of a regular man. You’d have to be insane to

Matty, there was no way he wouldn’t have someone keeping tabs on her in the background. His offer was generous, sure–but no way was it

conscience. If he wanted to watch

asked, “When

Xavier replied after a quick glance at his watch. “I have to leave for a last–minute trip–should be back by the weekend. In the meantime,

looked her straight in the eye. “Any questions? If not, I’ll

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