77

ADLEY

“Babe, are you sure Lyra is giving birth already? I thought her due is in a week.” I was still wearing a white floor-length evening gown for my party thrown to me as the new CEO.

Yes, finally, I was the new CEO of Kross Corp., and of course, Grandpa was there as he introduced me to board members, representatives from the corporation worldwide, employees, and our guests.

“Yes, baby. Dad just left. He wasn’t able to say goodbye. You were busy with the guests.” My husband was just jaw-dropping in a black tux. He finally shaved clean, making his jawline more prominent.

“I’m going with you.”

“This is your party. You can’t leave.” He shook his head.

I knew he would disagree, but I could be persistent if I wanted to get something I wanted. “Well, I’m done meeting some guests. Besides, Grandpa is still here. I can reason out that they can’t say no to me. Watch me.” I walked away from Mykel.

“Baby, what are you doing?”

“Hi. Do you mind if I borrow my grandfather for a minute?” I h