CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY EIGHT – OLD FEELINGS

As Deonna left the study, her mind was whirling with possibilities. The kiss they'd shared had awakened feelings she thought were long buried, and the idea of restructuring the company opened up a world of new opportunities. For the first time in a long while, she felt a glimmer of hope for their future – not just as co-parents, but perhaps as something more. But she knew they had to tread carefully. There was so much at stake – Kayla's well-being, the company's future, and their own fragile hearts. Whatever happened next, Deonna was determined to approach it with caution and wisdom. As she made her way to her own room, Deonna paused at Kayla's door, listening to the soft sound of her daughter's breathing. In that moment, she made a silent promise. Whatever challenges lay ahead, whatever decisions they made about the company or their relationship, Kayla would always come first. Their little girl deserved parents who were present, happy, and whole. With that thought in mind, Deonna w