“Okay,” Aria announced, “Grandpa you invite mommy to see the Picasso so she and daddy can meet each other.” “What about us?” Caden asked. “We’re not going,” Aria said. “This is for grown-ups.” “I mean what is mommy going to do with us?” Caden clarified. “Mommy
“Champagne sir?” a server offered as Julius entered. Shaking his head Julius waved him off and headed to the bar to order his usual whiskey. He leaned on the counter with his drink in hand but found he really wasn’t interested in actually drinking it as he studied the attendees. It
Julius scoffed then froze, “Did you say redhead?” “That’s right. She’s gorgeous!” Frederick said gesturing with his hands to make voluptuous curves. “What a body! Definitely worth whatever your father paid.” Julius slammed down his glass. His gaze became stone cold and d
“Oooo. Feisty. I like that.” He dragged her closer until a hand grasped his wrist squeezing it painfully. Wincing Macey’s solicitor turned to see Julius glaring daggers at him. His grip tightened until the other man groaned in pain. “I believe the lady said to let go,”
Katherine tossed money at the cab driver before sliding out. Straightening her cocktail dress she pulled it down from where it rode up while she sat in the taxi. Satisfied she sauntered inside passed security without a care. They didn’t attempt to stop her as she was a familiar figure with this p
“I…should go. March and Rose have the kids right now. I should get them home to sleep.” Julius was reluctant to let her go but he knew better than to hold her against her will. He didn’t want to push her too far not when she was still so close. There was still time to make it all up
Julius pulled up in front of his brother’s brownstone. Parking he hurried to Macey’s side holding the door open for her. Immediately slipping an arm around her he led her up to the front door. She blushed under his care but she didn’t try to push him away. It was nice to be taken care of for onc
“Will you read us a bedtime story?” “Aria…” Macey wanted to protest but Aria pressed the book into his hands. “One story, please!” “I don’t mind,” Julius assured her as the kids snuggled on either side of him. The picture book Aria handed him was M
“Mom and I were planning to play later,” Alexis said. “You can too if you want.” “Really? Thanks,” Caden immediately brightened. “…So you based the décor on the diner you used to work in,” Macey said after listening to Ava’s brief retelling of her past. “Were you thinki
Silas’s embrace tightened. He hated thinking about the trials she went through without him. Ava leaned against him relishing his comfort and support. Their past was not as important as their future. “You two aren’t going to go all kissy-face, right?” Theo asked. “We’re in public and
Two Months Later The restaurant was lively. Guests had been arriving for the past two hours eager for a unique dining experience. The staff was well-trained providing exceptional service despite the rush. They had been drilled in their duties by the restaurant’s manager, a tyrant the
She nodded. “Going down?” Silas repeated. “Just what have you three planned now?” “It was more like a hunch,” Lexi said. “Sean found something real interesting when he deep-dived Ryker Holdings. So we asked Duncan to keep an eye on someone, just in case.” “D
“Late? A test for what?” Silas asked not following. “Are you serious?” Tracy snorted a laugh. “Ava, you’re going to have to be a little clearer,” Opal chuckled. “Remember, it’s his first time.” Silas glanced from one to the other even more confused. Looking
“There you three are,” Tracy said as the trio returned to the party. “We were just about to send the search party to find you.” “Auntie Tracy, you’re so silly,” Alexis giggled. “How are you feeling mom?” Ava hugged her tight but Alexis didn’t feel any tension or strain in
Finding no support anywhere Jenna finally fled. No one paid her further mind as they watched the kids swarm around their parents comforting their mother. It was a sweet and tender scene and many began to see Silas in a completely different light. * * * Jenna screamed as she storme
Jenna stepped forward intentionally shoving her shoulder and made Ava stumble back. “W-What is—” Jenna stuttered as the video paused. “Who was calling who shameless?” Alexis demanded standing next to her mother arms crossed in front of her chest. “So playing with people’s
The music started slowly with just a few notes announcing the beginning of Beethoven’s Ode to Joy. The simple melody became more complex as notes overlapped and weaved a new organic pattern but always maintaining the integrity of the piece. Conversation lulled as everyone turned their