36: Best Distraction

JENNA

The sheriff visited and he and Jason spoke. He told him of the progress they have made—which isn’t much. Jason made it clear he was ready to do whatever to get the kids back.

I know it is the barest minimum but it still made me feel butterflies. I was glad he isn’t letting whatever is happening between us get in the way of him doing the right thing.

“We have it handled, you can go.”

I looked up at Jason a little surprised. I didn’t even hear him enter. Last I heard, he was in a meeting with someone I’m not sure I know.

“Holy cow. That’s your baby daddy?” Claire’s surprised gasp reminds me of her presence and what we were discussing.

“I’m Jason, nice to meet you.” Jason stretched his hand out for her to shake.

She jumps up from the seat, almost tipping the glass of water she’d been drinking. She grasped his hands with enthusiasm, smiling widely.

I rolled my eyes, looking away from them.

“And I am Claire. The pleasure is all mine, handsome.” She says in a flirty voice.

I knew she