Page 55 of Working For A Billionaire

My mom wipes away my tears and says, "You have a good case, sweetie. I'm here for you and I'll make sure you get the best representation. We won't let him take Anthony away from you, I promise."

I nod, feeling a little more reassured. I know I can count on my mom to be there for me no matter what. Even if things get tough, I know she will be there. I hug her tight and whisper, "Thank you, Mom. I don't know what I'd do without you," I say with tears still streaming down my cheeks.

"You have to stop crying, honey," she says, stroking my hair. "You're fine. Just don't stress yourself out. Breathe, sweetie. In through your nose and out through your mouth."

I follow her instructions, taking slow, deep breaths. "I miss him, and I don't know why. I don't understand any of this," I whimper.

"I know, baby. I'm so sorry. It wasn't supposed to happen like this. It was all a big mistake. But we'll fix everything. I promise."

I sniffle and look up at her. "Why did he do this to me?"

My mom sighs and shakes her head. "I don't know, sweetheart. I really don't. But I promise I will find out."

I smile, wiping my eyes. "Thank you, Mom."

"Come on. You should get some rest," she says, leading me to my room. "You must be exhausted."

When we get to my room, she helps me to bed then sits down next to me.

"Have you thought about what you want to do after the baby gets here?" My mom asks, pushing my hair behind my ear.

"Yes. I have thought about it plenty, but I don't have any answers." I say, covering my face as the tears start to fall.

My mother strokes my hair then wraps her arms around me. The scent of her perfume is all I can smell as I bury my head in shoulder. My sobs are uncontrollable, and I worry I won't be able to stop.

"I know this is hard right now, but you're going to make a wonderful mother. Your son will be lucky to have such an amazing person for a mommy," she says softly into my ear.

The words hit me like a ton of bricks. "What? What did you just say?" I ask, pulling away from her.

She smiles at me as the tears roll down my cheeks. "You're going to be an amazing mother, sweetie. You already are! Just because you've never done it before doesn't mean you can't be great at it." She pulls me back against her chest and rocks me gently.

"I can't... I don't even..." I choke out through the tears.

"Oh honey, you can. It's okay if you need some time to get used to it. But when you hold your child for the first time, you'll realize that everything is worth it." She kisses me on the forehead. "You're going to be great."

"Thank you, mom." I whisper, sniffling, not expecting her to say any of that, but it works like a charm.

My mom smiles and says, "That's what mothers are for. Now, let's get some rest. Everything will work out in the end."

All I can do is smile, overwhelmed by her words.

"Goodnight, sweetheart," she whispers before kissing my forehead.

I nod, feeling a bit better as she walks out of my room. I know my mom was right. I just have to stay strong and fight for what is mine. No matter what happens, I know that I have my mom by my side. The thought brings me peace and I drift off to sleep.

The second I open my eyes in the morning. I grab my phone to check the time and see all the missed calls I have. I missed calls from Harrison, Penny, Gloria, and Gabby.

"How are you feeling?" She asks softly.

"Fine, I guess. I'm tired. And hungry." I laugh.

My mom laughs with me. "Of course, you would be. I think we should order pizza and just watch TV tonight."

I smile and nod. "Sounds good."

"Can I take a bath?" I ask suddenly.

"Sure, go ahead." My mom replies.

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