Chapter 36 Jonathan stepped out of the car, his gaze intensifying as he casually placed a hand in his pocket and covertly followed Teresa and Edward, staying out of their line of sight. Edward, his curiosity piqued, turned to Teresa. “Hey, Teresa, can I ask you something?” he inquired. Without waiting for a reply, he … Read more
Chapter 35 Teresa’s throat tightened, and she blinked back the sting of tears. Post–divorce life wasn’t as she’d envisioned, with Jonathan thriving while she juggled their son and a fading career. She was determined not to let this be her final chapter. Gently, she whispered to the sleeping child, “Absolutely, sweetheart. We’ll make it happen. … Read more
Chapter 34 Edward shared the news. He wants me out. He’s booked me into a hotel. Teresa was quick to agree. “Great, let’s roll” She hadn’t be hadn’t been looking forward to staying there anyway. She couldn’t gamble on Jonathan showing up unexpectedly. Given his sharp instincts and piercing scrutiny, she was anxious about his … Read more
Chapter 33 Teresa shook her head gently. “He’s got a heat rash. Miriam wanted to make sure he’s fully covered,” she explained. Guiding Michael with a light touch on his hand, Teresa encouraged him. “Michael, wave hello to Mr. Lawrence Michael, taking his cue from Teresa, looked up and greeted Edward with a shy “Hi, … Read more
Chapter 32 Teresa shot Miriam a stern look, silently telling her to keep the conversation away from the child. Miriam didn’t seem bothered, assuming a two–year–old wouldn’t understand their talk Michael, curious, pulled at Teresa’s hand. “Mommy, what are you talking about? Did you bring honey with you?” His eyes were wide with innocence. Teresa’s … Read more
Chapter 31 Jonathan just grinned. “Even when I’m making hundreds of thousands a year, I’m always trying to keep up with your shopping sprees” Teresa’s brows furrowed as she handed the bag back to Jonathan, her voice firm. “I don’t roll that way she stated. Despite her appreciation for the finer things, she had her … Read more
Chapter 30 A teasing glint lit Jonathan’s eyes as he picked up on Teresa’s irritation. “So, are you more upset or is that jealousy I see?” Teresa’s features hardened. “Jonathan, I’m serious. At our age, we can’t be messing around with this sort of thing. It’s enough to make anyone mad “What am I supposed … Read more
Chapter 29 Chapter 29 Jonathan bore the brunt, letting out a weary sigh. “What more can I do? As soon as I heard she was in trouble, I left everything and came back. 1 sacrificed a significant contract for this. Hayden made his stance clear with a dismissive snort. “Money comes and goes, but a … Read more
Chapter 28 Jonathan had instructed Lance to report any unusual happenings at the family home without delay. His expression darkened as he took in Lance’s frantic message. The moment the call ended, he set about making necessary arrangements. At the Lynn residence. Hayden had regained his calm and was about to call Jonathan when his … Read more
Chapter 27 Jonathan chuckled. “He’s switched to Malbec recently, and don’t even mention cigars–he’s quit smoking” 100% With a casual “Hm, she recalled Hayden’s cigar at their wedding, and it dawned on her that has not smoking at their recent gathering meant he’d actually given up the habit, Switching topics, Teresa inquired, “Any thoughts on … Read more