Masuk“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
Alexis smiled as Silas carried her mother out of the bedroom. She heard a faint click indicating they switched the light off before leaving. Several minutes later she heard a soft knock on the door leading to the bathroom shared with her brothers. The door opened as she sat up. Sean and Theo ent
“I would say so,” Alexis said with a smile. “We already informed Grandma. She’s on her way to deal with all of you herself.” “Hope you have your resumes are in order,” Theo snickered. “Joseph!” Opal yelled as she stormed into the room. “What is the meaning of this! Is t
Ava bit her lip processing everything Jenna said. So it hadn’t been Marilynn’s idea to ruin her reputation, well at least not completely. It made sense when Ava thought about it. The plan was too sophisticated and subtle for Marilynn’s usual schemes. “Why?” Ava asked. “Why would yo
* * * Jenna continued to pace wanting to scream. She never stayed at the brownstone so her contact with Duncan was infrequent. It was clear he had no fear of her and certainly no respect. Even so she couldn’t believe he would support three hellions. Worse yet Opal was also support







