53-Surprise!

~Three Months Later~

~Finch’s Point of View~

“Everyday, better and better,” I laughed, staring down at the headlines of several newspapers. I’d started a little collection. Might even use them as wallpaper.

“Downfall of Astor Connects Execs: Guilty Pleas All Around”

“Millions Swindled From Payroll At AC By Its Own Lawyer Recovered”

“Grace Astor Turns AC Into The Most Diverse and Inclusive Employer”

“AC Stocks Soar As Company Reinvents Itself”

I ran my fingers over the one about Grace. So … damn proud of her. Just then the door burst open and I moved my laptop onto the table with the papers.

“Cover of Forbes,” Grace shouted, squealing.

I grinned as she ran into her office and fell into my lap on the couch. Well, as much as a woman who is a couple weeks away from having quadruplets can do. She kind of just waddles at this point but it's too cute. Her poor feet get so swollen that she wears slippers now everywhere she goes.

The smile and happiness that radiated off of her fill