Chapter 46
Feeling frustrated with how things were going Jonathan kept a firm grip on Teresa as they watched Truman s car disappear His voice was casual yet there was a clear undertone of irritation when he asked Still in touch with him
With a defiant twitch, Teresa slipped free of his grip “We’re divorced, Jonathan. You can see who you want, and I can catch up with old friends. We’re not in each other’s business.”
Jonathan s lips pressed into a thin line as he spoke I talked to Simon a made it clear I m not interested and asked her to stop bothering my mom about matchmaking I ve been away on business in Yen is ville
His gaze was steady as he added Don t avoid the question What s the story with meeting him
Teresa s forehead creased her tone resolute That s not any of your concern
For a beat Jonathan was left without a comeback a novelty for him He fumbled for a way to regain the upper hand but his usual snappy remarks weren t coming
Changing the subject Jonathan inquired Why did you change the password It used to be my birthday
I ve swapped out the old all six code so you don t have to panic about that anymore she replied
Jonathan sighed I figured it wasn t just sixes He had already attempted his birthday six sixes and even her s all to no avail The new code was a mystery to him
Hope you ve got a better memory this time he added
Absolutely Teresa affirmed She took a deep breath her eyes steady as she looked at him What brings you here today
Just figured I d take you out for a bite Jonathan offered trying to sound casual
Teresa waved him off rubbing her stomach Already filled up with Truman not hungry at all
Jonathan stood there momentarily speechless
Enjoying his sulk Teresa asked Anything else I m thinking of turning in for the night
Jonathan pressed on Give me a clue at least Is it Truman s birthday or something
Teresa lightly kicked his leg Beat it you nut
Jonathan s expression flickered with a mix of pain and relief He pondered If it s not Truman s birthday then what Could it be Miriam s Have they gotten that close already
So engrossed was he in these thoughts that he failed to notice Teresa quietly slip into the elevator and ascend to her floor
walked
By the time Jonathan surfaced from his reverie, she was long gone. He didn’t chase after her; instead, he simply w by the knowledge that she had made it home safely.
away, comforted
Closing the door to her apartment, Teresa was hit with a wave of relief. The mounting tension had pushed her to the brink, making her more determined than ever to relocate with her son, away from all the chaos.
Mommy Michael ran towards her holding a telescope I saw the black car again Your boss is really tall even taller than the man with glasses
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is eyes widened in astonishment What So you got a look at what my boss looks like She asked her voice wavering Michael frowned His back was to me so I didn t get a look at his face But your boss is making you nervous Is he ill looking Teresa s shoulders dropped her expression remaining steady He s not the kind of guy you d want to stare at believe me
Michael grinned cheekily and teased, “So why didn’t you shake him off when he put his arm around you? He’s not your usual type, right?”
Teresa was momentarily speechless surprised by her son s perceptiveness You re full of questions tonight aren t you she said steering the conversation elsewhere Feel like some grub I can rustle up something for us to eat
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As they moved toward the kitchen, Michael kept at it, “Mommy, you should really find me a dad, or I’ll be freaked out being home
alone.”
Michael s words stung Teresa with guilt and regret She was aware Michael was too young to be alone and the incident with Jonathan had been a warning
The prospect of a real danger at their doorstep was frightening It spurred Teresa to make a major change to safeguard their security and well being
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