Chapter 226

[Cordelia]

"That's because he's going to have a special monument," she tosses those words over her shoulder casually as if stating something annoyingly obvious as she waves us through security.

Recognizing me, the guard tips his hat as we pass. "Welcome home, Mrs. Steele."

"Thank you, Stelly," I wave, grateful I remember his name. Looking over he notices Jasper in my mother's arms and his face softens. "Is that...?"

"Yes," I nod, my smile growing. "This is little Mr. Steele, Jasper."

While the guard shakes the baby's little hand, Sydney stands waiting at the elevator, stomping her feet and looking at her watch as if each minute were costing her something valuable.

But there isn't anything more important than Jasper learning his legacy. Atlas loved this company, as did his grandfather. It is a family business, even if it is a big one.

As soon as we enter, the elevator Sydney presses the button for the executive floor. I press the button right below for the design department.

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