Chapter 13 - The Unexpected StormJust when Elena believed the worst was behind her, Daniel filed for reconsideration of the custody arrangement.
He claimed Elena's writing career made her unavailable.
The accusation was absurd.
But expensive legal battles had a way of exhausting people.
Elena nearly gave up.
Then Claire discovered Daniel had been secretly violating the court's financial orders.
The evidence was undeniable.
The case collapsed.
Daniel lost credibility.
Elena won primary custody.
Outside the courthouse, she didn't celebrate.
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She simply breathed.
For the first time in months, she could breathe.
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Chapter 15 - The First DinnerOne evening, Elena hosted dinner for the children.
Chapter 16 - Six Months LaterSix months later, Elena stood in the kitchen of the same house, helping Noah with homework while Mia frosted cupcakes badly.
Chapter 17 - The LetterThat night, after the children went to sleep, Elena sat at her desk.
Chapter 18 - The New ManMonths later, Elena met Michael.
Chapter 19 - The FutureYears passed.
