Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband

(Jayden)

"Gabriel." I say as Henry tries to grab my cell out of my hand.

I manage to dodge his lightning-fast hand, holding the phone just out of his reach. He laughs, thinking it's a game.

His little giggles make me grin.

"Jayden. I wanted to let you know I'm flying in to finalize the shares. Everything looks good on my end. I land at six."

"Great. Let me know your hotel room; I'll come see you there."

"Sorry to hear about Lance and Judy. I've read over everything you sent. Are you sure?"

"Yes," I reply coolly. "You'll be in charge now unless you make other arrangements with your family. I'm out."

There's a pause on the other end, but I don't care to fill it. Gabriel's voice is measured when he continues, "How's Winona? I heard she had a fall."

"She's in recovery. We'll know more tomorrow."

"I heard Cass was in Europe. Is she coming back to see her?"

"She is. And I don't want any trouble for her, Gabriel. She's been through enough. I'm still pissed that Mia provided her with drugs and made her sell. I'm pissed that you went and left Cass all alone like that." I jiggle Henry on my hip.

He's focused on trying to undo my tie at the moment, a picture of complete innocence. His tiny fingers pull and twist, determined to unravel what he sees as a challenge.

Gabriel's response is measured. "That's between Cass and me," he replies. "But Mia won't be a problem again. My family is flying in to support her through rehabilitating her from the grooming my grandfather has put her through from a young age. She's going to help Uncle Gus out with information that will lock our grandfather and other corrupt officials up for life."

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Hearing it sends a sharp jolt through me. Gus playing happy families with Gabriel. Looks like he's found a suitable replacement for me. My muscles tighten, but I take a deep breath and tell myself it doesn't matter. It shouldn't matter.

"Thanks for this, Jayden. I really appreciate what you are doing."

You know what? It actually doesn't matter. They are welcome to each other. I can be the bigger man.

Gabriel deserves a break as much as the next person. He's been working hard at his business by all reports. So, I know he'll take care of the employees at Brennan Industries. I've done what I needed to do. "I'll see you later today," I say, cutting the conversation short.

I hang up before Gabriel can say anything else.

Henry babbles, tugging at my shirt again. I look at him and smile. "You don't care about any of this, do you? You just want snacks." I laugh softly. "Let's go see what Anne has ready and go see Mommy."

This is where I need to be. This is what matters. Everything else Brennan Industries, Gus, Gabriel-it's just noise.

I carry Henry into the kitchen,

balancing him on one hip as I open

the fridge His little hands reach out for anything within grasping

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distance, and I pull back a tray cut-up fruit and cheese just in time. "Not yet, buddy. Let's get you in the high-chair first."

I open the cupboard and grab a box of crackers. I managed to carry him and the food back into Winona's room where I put Henry's chair earlier.

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He protests with a whine but settles quickly as I strap him in. I set his bowl in front of him and watch as he dives into the fruit with both hands, his face lighting up with delight.

"Hey kids, come grab a snack. You'll have to go get your water bottles from your backpacks."

"Okay, Daddy. I've told Mommy all about my new friend at daycare."

"Dad, can Cat come stay here with us?"

"Bobby, let's leave him at the penthouse for now. We'll go check on him. Mainly because we'll be moving into our other place soom and that will be confusing enough for him. Let's get a great outdoor enclosure for him made there."

"Okay." He goes off to get his drink bottle.

Anne comes in, her presence grounding as always. She placesza hand on my shoulder. “You're doing good, Jayden. Winona will be very proud of how you've put her and the

kids first."

I nod, swallowing the lump in my throat. "Thanks, Anne."

She gives me a small, knowing smile. "Now go do whatever you need to do and get it done. The kids and I will take care of Winona."

I do need to go do some office stuff and then I'll be getting Cass and Viktor to bring them here."

"I can't wait to meet this Viktor. He sounds very interesting."

"Interesting is one way to describe him. Let's just say, I'm grateful he's working with me. He is not someone I'd want as an enemy."

I take some wipes from Henry's bag and clean his hands and face. "First, a diaper change for you and then off we go. You are my right-hand man." "Are you sure? Henry can stay if you need him to," Anne offers.

I squeeze her hand in silent gratitude. "No. Nexus Global is about making room for family. I want him with me. We'll be fine."

My focus is clear. This is what matters.

I take Henry over to Winona and he just stares quietly at her for the longest time. Then he reaches for her.

My eyes burn with unshed tears. I lower him and he just snuggles against her like he knows just what she needs.

I sit down and run Winona's hand. There's no rush.

We can go when Henry is ready.