Chapter 569:

“You’re welcome, honey.”

A tiny pang of guilt tugged at Hadley; she’d been busy lately and hadn’t spent enough time with Joy.

But that was going to change—no more wasting energy on irrelevant people or drama.

Today was her day off, and she could devote it entirely to her.

“Come on! Let’s get you a slice of that pie.”

Hadley lifted Joy and carried her into the dining room, where Melba had just taken the pie from the oven and placed it on the table.

The fruit pie looked golden and mouthwatering.

Hadley sliced a piece and placed it on Joy’s special plate, passing her a small spoon. “Dig in.”

“Thanks, Mommy,” Joy said, carefully scooping up a bite and blowing on it before tasting. “Hot! Hot!” Joy squeaked.

be careful. You’re such a smart girl, blowing on your food so you don’t burn

“Mmm-hmm.”

took another bite. “So yummy. Nobody cooks

her, standing

handed Joy

name on the screen, she

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building. Can you come down, or should I just

curtain aside, confirming that

been

phone rang again, leaving her with

was calm yet

with someone else and they have a child. I’d prefer not

pause, he added, “Hadley, are you coming

a weary sigh, knowing she couldn’t

me

“I’ll wait.”

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