Page 71 of Seduced By a Billionaire

“She’s fine. Spending money like there’s no tomorrow.”

“She has to get something out of it for putting up with you.”

“I would agree.”

Kyle raised his eyebrows in surprise, “Wow, did I hear right? You agreed with something I said. That’s a first.” He looked at his watch, “It only took thirty-four years, six months, twelve hours and three minutes for that to happen, very impressive.”

His father waved his hand impatiently, “I asked for your advice. Cut my losses and pull out or move forward?”

“For now, I’d say lay low and see if things settle down. Stop everything temporarily and reevaluate in a month.”

“That’s what we’ll do then.”

“Did Mom fly in with you?”

“No, I flew solo.”

“Why not? Is she feeling okay?”

“Yes, why the sudden concern about us?”

“You’re my parents.”

“That’s never held much weight before.”

“Maybe I’m softening,” Kyle said.

“Doubtful. Regardless, your mom is fine. So am I. I’m just under some added stress. I needed some time alone, but nothing I can’t handle.”

“Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help,” Kyle offered.

“I don’t know what that would be.”

“Are you staying with Faye?”

“No, I booked a hotel. I’m here on business.”

“You know you’re always welcome to stay with me and Finn. It’s not like there’s a lack of space.”

“I appreciate the sentiment.” Standing he said, “I’ve got to get going. I’ll notify the foreman of my decision.”

“I think it’s your best course of action.”

As he reached the door, Kyle’s father turned, his brows drew together and he said, “You know Kyle, I love your mother, I always have.”

Kyle waited for him to say more but instead he turned and left, leaving Kyle to ponder that obscure statement.Where the hell did that come from?He’d have to call his mom later and check in to see if everything really was all right.

Kyle dove back into his case load and the moment was quickly forgotten.

27

Kyle came down the staircase just as Lindsey was leaving. Since Finn was gone, she had the entire weekend off and had informed them she’d be gone until Sunday evening. A man stood waiting just inside the door next to Richard. Kyle gave a salute and continued on to his office. He would have to check with Richard to see if Lindsey had obtained security clearance for her guest as he had instructed her to do. The man had seemed to be staring rather boldly at Kyle, almost challengingly.

Kyle shook it off, chalking it up to his imagination. He didn’t entertain strangers at his home and was unused to coming upon someone standing in his foyer. The last nanny had never invited anyone on the premises and that suited Kyle just fine. He might make that a new rule. He’d have a talk with Lindsey on Monday and clarify a few things.

As Rich was passing by his office, he called him in. “Hey Rich, did Lindsey happen to get security clearance for her visitor?”

“No sir, not that I am aware of. She didn’t request it from me.”

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