Chapter 191: Little Too Soon

Jason was just beginning to settle into his role as managing partner when life threw another surprise our way. The firm was buzzing with excitement and anticipation, but at home, we were about to face a new challenge. One evening, after we had tucked the kids into bed and were enjoying a quiet moment together on the couch, Jason's phone buzzed with a message. He glanced at it, and his eyebrows shot up in surprise. "It's from Mike," he said, looking at me. "He wants to talk. He says it's important." A few moments later, Jason was on the phone with Mike, his face shifting from curiosity to shock. I could only hear Jason’s side of the conversation, but it was clear that whatever Mike was saying had caught him off guard. "Wow, Mike. That’s... unexpected," Jason said, trying to keep his tone neutral. "But congratulations, I guess. How’s Rachel taking it?" I leaned in closer, my curiosity piqued. Jason nodded a few more times, murmured reassurances, and finally ended the call. "What’s