Subject: Hello Honey
Jeni,
Just sending a quick email to say that I hope you’re feeling better today. Next time if you’re exhausted, please don’t feel obligated to come, darling. I always want you to look afte
r your health and well-being first.
On another note, thank you for being so supportive of Mike and me. As you could probably tell, Mike was genuinely concerned about how Aiden would take the news, but it seems he’s more than happy with it.
You would tell me if he wasn’t, wouldn’t you?
I hope you have a wonderful day at work, and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Lots of Love, Mom. x
I love her subliminal way of asking me if Aiden is really happy with her and Mike being together. I write back immediately.
To: Callie O’Connell
From: Jenifer Taylor
Subject: Re: Hello Honey
Hi Mom,
Thanks for your concern, but I’m fine.
Of course, I’d be supportive of you and Mike. I’ve known for quite a while there was a connection. I’m glad you’re brave enough to pursue it.
As for Aiden, he’s completely excited by the idea. He loves Mike like a father, anyway. It’s kind of like Aiden getting the father he always wanted but never had. He’s very happy for you both. I wouldn’t worry at all.
My day started off a little rocky, but it’s looking up. A bouquet of flowers is being delivered to me from my fiancé as I type this email.
Have a good day, Mom.
Love, Jeni xoxo
I hit Send and stand to sign for the flowers. I look at the arrangement—a mixed box of gerberas, roses, and Oriental lilies in various colors and shades. They’re beautiful as usual. I take the card from the envelope.
To my darling, Jeni.
I will love you as long as
the earth revolves around the sun.
You’re my everything.
Forever yours, Aiden xoxo
“You’re so lucky,” Bree says as she bends down to smell them.
“I know. I’m extremely blessed to have found someone as special as your brother.”
Excusing myself, I walk into Aiden’s office.
He’s looking intently at his computer monitor. “Ah, right on time,” he says, waving his hand for me to come in.
“Right on time for what?”