Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband novel Chapter 128

128 Waiting On Tomorrow 

(Winona) 

Lisa and I sit in the living room, finishing off the champagne. It feels like the bubbles are the only thing keeping me from collapsing into a puddle of tired emotions. 

I certainly didn’t need the whole bottle. I feel a little tipsy just from a couple of glasses. 

I take a sip and let out a long sigh. “I can’t believe how close I came to dying today,” I say, my voice barely above a whisper. “Ashlyn is… I don’t even have words for how crazy she is.” 

Lisa nods, her eyes wide. “I never liked or trusted her. She always had this… vibe, you know? But I never thought it would come to this. I mean, shooting you? It’s next level stalker crazy.” 

“Tell me about it,” I mutter, shaking my head. “I’m so grateful to be alive. If it weren’t for Jayden…” I trail off… what he did hitting me all over again. 

“Yeah, Jayden,” Lisa says, a look of amazement crossing her face. “He took a bullet for you, Winona. Without even thinking about it. That man is still all about you.” 

I look down at my glass, feeling a rush of emotion. “I know. It’s overwhelming. I always knew he loved me, but this… this is something else.” 

“Do you think he’ll make it?” Lisa asks gently. 

I take a deep breath, trying to hold back the tears. “I don’t know. He’s in a coma. They said the next 24 hours are crucial. But even if he does make it, they’re not sure about brain damage. It’s so terrifying. What if he can’t remember me again.” 

Lisa reaches out and squeezes my hand. “Stay positive.” 

I nod, trying to take comfort in her words. “I am. For Abby’s sake, and for mine.” 

“Well, if nothing else, at least you know you’ve got a guy who’s literally willing to take a bullet for you. How many people can say that?” 

I laugh despite myself, the tension easing just a bit. Lisa’s irreverent humors again 

trauma a little. “True. Though I’d rather he didn’t have to.” 

to diffuse the 

Lisa nods, her expression turning serious. “So, what about Judy? Do you really think you can trust her?” 

I let out a bitter laugh. “Trust Judy? No way. But I’m trying to be less explosive with her. For Abby. If Jayden dies… I can’t be fighting with Judy all the time. Abby will need all her family around her.” 

Lisa frowns. “I get that, but Judy is… well, she’s Judy. Do you really think she’s capable of changing?“ 

I shrug, feeling a mix of frustration and resignation. “I don’t know. But I have to try. For Abby. She deserves a real family, even if it’s a slightly dysfunctional one.” 

Lisa looks thoughtful. “Show me a real family that isn’t slightly dysfunctional. I admire you, Winona. You’re doing what’s best for Abby, even if it’s hard. That takes a lot.” 

“Thanks, Lisa. I just hope I’m making the right decisions.” 

Lisa smirks again, “Speaking of questionable decisions Lance and I had a talk.” 

128 Waiting On Tomorrow 

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I raise an eyebrow. “Oh? Is he finally ready to commit to more than just couch crashing and drinking all your beer?” 

Lisa rolls her eyes. “He’s scared of commitment. I know that. Typical guy. And I’m tired of being triggered by his nonsense. So, I’ve decided to start dating. For real this time.” 

“Wow, that’s a big step,” I say, genuinely surprised. “I thought you two were good together.” 

“We were… sort of,” Lisa admits. “But I need more than sort of. I want someone who’s all in, not someone who’s half–assing it because he’s scared of getting hurt. Life’s too short for that.” 

“I feel a bit sad about that really. It would have been awesome for the four of us.” But then I realize Jayden has to live first. “Oh, never mind. Just be happy. Love has never brought me much more than misery really. I can only hope things get more settled.” 

“You love Jayden? You’ll be together?”