Chapter 39 Chapter 39 Benny checked his watch and saw it was after nine. He was about to leave, but Jonathan stopped him. “Heading out so soon! Stay. Let’s grab one more drink, Jonathan insisted. “It’s getting late” Benny announced, making his way towards the exit. “I’ve got a game
Chapter 38 Chapter 38 Arms loaded with shopping bags, Teresa strode back into Narcigh by herself. Miriam observed as she let the bags fall onto the couch with a thud. “I got you these from the mall. Jonathan insisted on paying,” Teresa said, her lone casual. Miriam’s eyes popped. “Your
Chapter 37 Chapter 37 Teresa swiftly responded, “Why not spend some time with Miriam, Edward? I’ll be out of your way. We’re leaving” With that, she steered Jonathan away, determined to keep him from crossing paths with Michael. An encounter would be disastrous, and she couldn’t risk Jonathan seeing his
Chapter 36 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
Chapter 35 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
Chapter 34 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
Chapter 33 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
Chapter 32 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?”
Chapter 31 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
Chapter 30 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 p> 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
Chapter 29 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
Chapter 28 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
Chapter 27 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,
Chapter 26 Chapter 26 “Hey, ome over right away p> liriam sounded regretful on the other end. “I wish I could, Teresa, but it’s Thanksgiving. I’ve got to get back to my family p> Teresa stated plainly into the phone, “Edward’s here p> Miriam responded swiftly, “I’ll be right there.
Chapter 25 Chapter 25 Teresa glanced down and inquired, “Is there anything more p> Jonathan held her gaze, his tone serious. We were a couple once. If you ever r need anything. tung. I’m here for you. A fant smile graced Teresa’s lips as she eased her hand free. “The
Chapter 24 Chapter 24 Teres struck a match and hit a candle, casting a warm light over the wreaths and the beef. The candle served as a symbol of honoring loved ones, its smoke rising gently and dispersing into the atmosphere. With the last of the smoke cleaning, Teresa thought
Chapter 23 Chapter 23 But with Jonathan’s insistence on accompanying her. Teresa had to shelve her plan. She remained firm–Michael would stay hidden from view With a sense of resignation. Teresa planned to take Michael to pay his respects to his great–grandparents at the right time. Her strategy was simple,
Chapter 22 22 The drawing was a Muntiet — a vase so rez e so realistic that it was hard to believe it was drawn by a two–year–old. Teresa listened as the teacher praised Michael’s drawing skills. “He’s a natural. Maybe you could sign him up for art classes, the
Chapter 21 Chapter 21 Philip’s voice echoed with bitterness as Teresa left hum behind. “All I’ve done, and this is how you repay me?” he yelled, his resentment palpable With each step Teresa took, she realized more and more that self–reliance was the key. Philip, with his million – dollar
Chapter 20 Chapter 20 Teresa’s phone buzzed in her pocket as she watched her son leave. She took it out, surprised to see her father, Philip Johnston, on the It had been cops since their last chat– over three years, with barely a peep from either side. Their bond was