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Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 258 Comparisons
(Winona)Lisa’s laughter fills the apartment as she pours us another glass of wine. “Okay, but seriously, Winona—how do you really know Jayden is the one?”She leans back, eyebrows arched, like she’s just dared me to figure out the meaning of life. “You’ve only ever been with him, right? What are you even comparing him to?”I blink at her, way past the tipsy stage. “I love him, Lis. That’s how I know. It’s not a comparison game. I just... know.”Lisa shakes her head, laughing again. “Bullshit! You can’t just know. That’s like saying, ‘Oh, this pizza’s the best,’ but you’ve never even tried another slice!”“Pizza would be great right now,” I muse.“Bitch, you’re talking about spending the rest of your life only ever having sex with one guy. It’s not natural.”I roll my eyes. “Fairly sure it’s natural to a lot of people.”“In the dark ages maybe. Hell, you might like it with a woman better.”I stare at her.“Well, you might and you’ll never know.”“You must have gotten close with Philli
Last Updated : 2024-09-15Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 259 Hall Pass
(Winona)The morning light is way too bright, stabbing at my eyes as I pull up outside the penthouse complex. Where are my sunglasses? Fumbling in the center console, I pull them out and slide them on.My eyes practically breathe a sigh of relief.I cannot navigate the underground parking lot this morning. My head's still in some weird wine and tequila fog, and my stomach’s doing somersaults like I’m on a carnival ride. I rub my temples.Why did I think getting shitfaced would be okay? I give a giggle and a hiccup. But it was fun. Okay, I can do this. I try to shake off the remnants of last night, but one subject is etched into my brain.A hall pass. I can’t even focus on driving and parking, let alone life decisions.As soon as I step out of the elevator doors, Jayden’s there with Abby. The noise pierces my skull like a laser. I smile. Trying to act sober I take a couple of steps into the lounge area.I should have stayed on Lisa’s sofa and called Jayden.“Mommy, why are you wearin
Last Updated : 2024-09-15Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 260 That Escalated Quickly
(Jayden)“A hall pass?” I repeat, feeling my voice catch in my throat like I’ve been punched.She stops pacing, turning to face me with her arms crossed defensively. Her eyes are wide. I can tell she’s still way too far gone from last night, there’s something dead serious behind those glassy eyes.“Yeah. A hall pass. I mean, if I’m really gonna marry you, I need to... you know... figure some things out.”I blink, staring at her like she just told me she’s considering a career as a rodeo clown. “Is this Lisa’s idea?”“No.”“Really?”She groans, throwing her head back dramatically before letting out a loud sigh. “Jayden, I’ve only ever been with you! What if... what if you’re like, the worst in bed and I just don’t know it because I’ve got nothing to compare it to?”I can’t help it, I snort. “I can assure you, I’m not the worst—”She cuts me off, waving her hand in the air like she’s swatting away a fly. “Self-praise is no recommendation!”Then she hiccups, followed by an awkward giggl
Last Updated : 2024-09-15Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 261 Is Tonight The Night?
(Winona)“Girl, you’re killing me,” Lisa says, sliding the cocktail over to me with a smirk.I take a drink and shrug.“You’re seriously trying to act all chill about this? Like, ‘Oh, I’m not even sure I’ll go through with it’? Come on, Winona, you’ve got a hall pass. Do you know how rare that is? It's like finding a damn unicorn.”“Yeah well, when it seems too good to be true, it probably is. I can’t believe that Jayden won’t have a problem with it later on.” I don’t want to set off world war three.“It’s not like he has to know.”“What if he asks me?”“You’re under no obligation to tell him anything.”“What if he says he regrets the decision?”“If he does, it’s his problem. You’ve been honest. He doesn’t own you.”I take another sip, the alcohol smooth but strong enough to warm me from the inside out. “Maybe but it’s also not compulsory,” I shoot back, my lips curving into a small smile.Lisa raises an eyebrow, swirling the ice in her glass. “It is compulsory. And I’m telling you ri
Last Updated : 2024-09-16Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 262 No Third Wheel
(Winona) “Are you sure you’re gonna be okay?” Lisa asks, her hand lingering on my arm as we step outside the club before she leaves.I laugh, pushing her gently. “I’ll be fine. Go! You’ve got your boy waiting, and I’m not about to be a third wheel.”“I don’t want to cock block you either. You got this.”She gives me a once-over, probably trying to gauge how drunk I am, but I’m not wasted. I’ve had enough to loosen up, sure, but I know exactly what I’m doing.“Okay, but seriously, don’t overthink this. Just have fun tonight. You deserve it.”“I am having fun,” I say with a grin. “Trust me.”Lisa gives me a wink before heading off, her hand sliding into the guy’s who’s she’s been seeing lately. She leans in to whisper something to him, and they both laugh as they head in the opposite direction toward another club.I watch them go for a second, feeling a weird mix of envy and excitement. She’s got it easy, no emotional baggage tied to anyone. But tonight, I’m ditching the emotional bag
Last Updated : 2024-09-16Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 263 Walk Of Shame
(Winona)I push the door open to Lisa’s apartment, the morning light already way too harsh. I’ve got my sunglasses on, but I’m still squinting like a vampire.My dress from last night clings in all the wrong places, and my hair?Let’s just say it’s seen better days. So have my insides which are currently mush. I’m aching and throbbing in places I forgot I had.I step in, trying to act like I’m fine, but Lisa’s already clocked me from the couch. She’s lounging in her PJs, sipping coffee like she’s waiting for the latest gossip.Which, of course, she is.“Well, look who finally decided to show up!” she calls out, her tone dripping with amusement. “Walk of shame queen!”I roll my eyes, tossing my bag onto the kitchen counter. “Don’t start.”“Oh, honey, I’m just getting started.” She sets her coffee down, eyes twinkling. “You’re still in the same dress, your hair looks like you just rolled out of a very busy bed, and you’re walking like you’ve ridden a wild stallion. Spill!”I laugh, shak
Last Updated : 2024-09-16Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 264 Who Am I?
(Jayden)I buzz Lance up to the penthouse. The kids are asleep and it’s Monday night. Today I’ve worked on all the last-minute wedding plans. It’s all ready to go on Sunday.“Hey. Any beers?” Lance asks.“Yeah, you know where the fridge is.” I follow him out to the kitchen.“So,” Lance’s voice cuts through my thoughts as he emerges from the fridge with two beers and throws me one. “What the actual hell is going on with you and Winona?”I shrug as I sit at one side of the island counter. “Nothing, why?”“Nothing? Well then, where is she? She’s clearly not here.” Lance asks with a pointed stare.“She’s busy tonight.”“Oh…busy? Yeah, sounded like she was very busy last night.”My curiosity peaks. “Why?”“Phillip said she was out having a hell of a time.” He twists the beer cap off with his teeth, his eyes flicking over to me. “You guys break up or something?”I feel a knot tighten in my gut. Phillip. “No, we didn’t break up.”Lance’s brow furrows. “Okay, then why’s she out in the club l
Last Updated : 2024-09-17Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 265 Only Avoiding Work?
(Winona)I’m lying on Lisa’s couch, scrolling through my phone, when Lisa bursts through the door.“Oh. Look who’s not at work,” Lisa says, kicking off her heels and tossing her bag onto the chair. “What gives? You could have come to lunch with the girls.”I glance up, raising an eyebrow. “Took the week off. Figured I deserved a break before the wedding.”“Is that the only reason?” She stares at me, smirking like she’s onto something. “You avoiding anyone in particular, maybe?”I sit up and stretch. “Nope. Just thought it’d be nice to have a week to focus on the wedding, not stress about work and free myself up to be with the kids.”Lisa drops down on the floor in front of me, crossing her legs. “Mmm-hmm. You sure? Because Lance called me earlier, and guess what he said.”I sigh, the in-house gossip is as strong as ever. “What?”“He said Phillip mentioned seeing you at the club Sunday night,” she says. “Was he? Phillip wasn’t there when I was there.”I keep my face neutral. “Yeah, I s
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Readers, I’ve been back through all your comments and it really touches me that so many of you cared about these characters. I want to send a very special shout out to mitzi.goodson and Theresa for your active love of the story all the way and for commenting regularly. I love you guys and I love all the readers #hearteyes# Also I have discovered a mistake in the upload of Chapter 553. Only half the chapter seems to have been uploaded and I have now fixed that. I know you’re asking about if you’ll see these characters again…right now, I’m letting them rest but I hope to update you on them in the future. Right now I’m focusing on my new stories which I know you’ll also love.In the next one, After waking from a 5 month coma, Ava Lancaster watches her beloved daughter die. Ex-husband Zach Lorne, allowed the mother of his first child, cunning Sienna Sinclair to use little Lila as a medical pawn. Consumed by grief, Ava sets their mansion ablaze—clutching Lila’s body while Zach pleads outs
Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 600 Our Forever
(Winona)Lisa sits on the couch between me and Jayden, her fingers curled around the USB stick.“You don’t have to,” I remind her gently.“I know,” she replies. “But I want to. I can’t move forward if I don’t hear him out.” She hands the drive to Jayden.Jayden leans forward and plugs the drive in. The screen flickers.And then there he is.Lance. Black eye blooming from Jayden’s attack over hall pass week, bruised knuckles, the same crooked grin he always wore.“Lisa,” he says, “I’m so sorry. I wish this could have been different.”I glance at her. She flinches but doesn’t look away.He shakes his head. “No big poetic intro. No music. No tragic montage. Just me.”His smile cracks slightly.“First, I want to say this isn’t your fault. You didn’t fail me. You didn’t love me wrong. In fact, you’re probably the only person who ever loved me right.”Lisa’s breath hitches beside me.“I wasn’t built for longevity, Lisa. You knew that. Hell, I practically had an exit sign blinking over my he
Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 599 Full Circle
(Winona)Viktor stands with his hands by his side while Jayden finishes up his announcement.I watch on, proud of them both. Not only staunch in business but as friends.“I’ll still be involved on a higher level, but day-to-day, Viktor’s your guy,” Jayden says, firm and confident. “Effective immediately, he’s the new CEO of Nexus Global.”There’s a brief pause before the quiet, respectful claps ripple through the room.Viktor just nods. “Thank you,” he says. No long speech. No dramatic reaction. Just two words. Classic Viktor.Jayden glances my way and walks over.“Proud of him,” I say quietly. “And of you.”“He’s ready,” Jayden replies. “Hell, he’s been ready for a while now. He taught me almost everything I know about Nexus Global.”Viktor lingers by the window, posture steady. Astrid steps up beside him, saying something low. He replies with a brief nod and the smallest of smirks.Jayden leans into me and murmurs, “did you see that?”I arch an eyebrow. “The nod or the smirk?”“Both
Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 598 The Final Decision
(Winona)I see the moment his eyes catch mine in the window behind Astrid. He blinks like he’s seeing a ghost. Too late. I’m already across the restaurant floor, my heels pounding each step out in deliberate warning, the sound sharp against the quiet hum of late-night conversations. Heads turn. I don’t care.His face shifts from confusion to panic as I advance—his mouth parting slightly, eyes darting to Astrid like he’s trying to figure out if he’s imagining this. He’s not. I’m here. I saw everything.I saw the kiss. I saw the closeness after. The lingering smiles, the laughter, and the way Astrid’s hand stayed on his like they were sharing secrets. Like she belongs to him. You don’t need sound to understand body language.That kiss wasn’t an accident. It wasn’t a friendly peck on the cheek. It was enough for me to wonder if they’ve been playing me for a fool for weeks. Maybe months.Jayden stands just as I reach the table, knocking his chair back in a clumsy scrape. Astrid rema
Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 597 Impulsive Kiss
(Jayden)Astrid raises her glass, the candlelight catching the rim. “To surviving another quarter without firing anyone major.”“To the rest of us surviving the grueling schedule of the Ice Queen herself.”“You did okay.”“Just okay?”“Better than okay. You have quite the work drive, Jayden. Gus was right to leave Nexus in your hands.”“Not one of you thought that at first. You all hated me. Especially Hugo. I think he still might, actually.”“Oh, you are not so bad, after all.”We clink glasses. The wine’s sharp, dry—like her. The restaurant is dim, ambient, tucked just off the canal. Astrid insisted it was the best late-night spot in Brussels. So far, I can’t argue.The food was incredible, the service seamless, and the company? Easy. A little too easy.This dinner has gone longer than I expected. I expected an answer from Winona to my text. But it hasn’t come. The conversation just flowed so effortlessly tonight.No drama. No awkward silences. No carefully chosen words. Astrid, wh
Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 596 Instincts Don't Lie
(Winona)It’s nearly 1 a.m. when I step off the jet into the crisp Brussels air. I haven’t slept. I haven’t eaten properly. My thoughts have been chewing on each other for nine hours straight.I hear my phone notification, but I see Cass and I’m so damn happy. She’s about to launch the rest of her life and I’m excited for her.“It’s so good to see you.” I say as I run towards her and give her a hug.“You look like hell,” she says as she grins and hugs me back.“Oh, thanks for the compliment. You look like death yourself.”“Just finished a12 hour shift, what’s your excuse?”We walk out to the private parking area. Having a private jet is so convenient.“I can only blame stress and paranoia,” I tell her as we put my case in the back seat and get into her car.“Paranoia?”“Yes, about where Jayden and I stand in out marriage lately. I’m not sure I’m what makes him happy. All we do is fight, it seems.”“Okay… ah, so me telling him you’d have been better off never meeting him probably didn’
Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 595 After Hours
(Jayden)It’s nearly ten. The office is quiet, except for the soft hum of fluorescent lights above the boardroom. Astrid and I have been going through projections for Q3. Numbers, strategies, deadlines. All things that used to matter more than they do right now. My family call is bothering me. It’s not that Winona had a sudden business trip, that’s expected, it’s just the way we interact lately. Going through the motions. Not speaking up on how we feel in case it triggers an argument. I’m as much to blame.“You missed an adjustment here,” she says, tapping the edge of my laptop.“I didn’t miss it,” I say, not looking up. “I just didn’t apply it yet.”She raises an eyebrow. She knows I’m distracted. I’ve worked with her long enough to recognize the look that says I’m full of shit.“You want my input or just someone to nod along while you pretend to work?” she asks.I lean back in my chair. “You always cut right through it, don’t you?”“Of course.”She’s right. She doesn’t have patie
Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 594 Surface Tension
(Winona)The family call starts like any other.Except this time, I’ve told the kids I’ll be away and lied about where I’m going.Now I have to convince Jayden it’s an unexpected business trip.Bobby’s got a stack of papers next to him, pretending he’s not glancing at them while he listens to Jayden. He’s been working on some design options for the school vegetable garden.He’s become quietly obsessed with getting it right.Sarah is asking about when she can next visit the Nexus office again. Abby’s wearing one of Henry’s bibs and announcing herself as the ‘baby boss’ while trying to feed Henry a cracker he doesn’t want.Henry is slamming his hands on the table, shrieking with defiance, and Kit is doing her best to keep the screen steady while holding him.Chaos. Beautiful, familiar chaos. Welcome to the Brennan zoo.Jayden is calm, smiling, fully engaged. He’s asking Bobby about his team at school, praising his leadership skills. He tells Sarah he misses her drawings and promises to
Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband 593 Surprises
(Winona)Phillip is at his desk when I walk in, finishing up a call. He looks up and gives me a half smile, casual but watchful.I cross the room but remain standing. “I won’t keep you long. I just… I wanted to let you know I’m stepping down in an active capacity from Vault. Effective immediately.”Phillip’s face shifts from polite curiosity to astonishment. “Wait—stepping down how?”I nod. “I’ll remain the owner. But I’m not going to be overseeing day-to-day management or strategic decisions anymore. I’m handing all of that to you. If you want it. CEO, President, call it what you will—I’m out.”He studies me carefully. “That’s… a big move, Winona. You’ve always been a control fre… ahh, hands-on.”I give him a quick grin. “Nice save.”“I’m talented, what can I say? But you being hands-off, I’m not sure that’s even possible.”“I’ve realized I can’t keep devoting so much energy to business. My family needs me. My kids need me.”“Is this what Jayden asked you to do?” “No. He’s been exc
