Chapter 78

Jake's POV

My mother sashayed into my office, looking like a commercial model. Wouldn't be surprised if she was actually on her way to a shoot. Lately, she'd been swamped with interviews and shows discussing the family and, unfortunately, my personal life.

Conveniently enough, she saved me a trip. I had an urgent matter to discuss.

She settled into the plush chair opposite my desk. I placed a file on the glass table between us. My office chair offered a commanding view from behind the desk.

Mom set her bag down beside her. "Is she coming back?" she inquired, clearly referring to someone.

I knew exactly who she was talking about. "No, we're not done," I clarified. "Still married. It'll be old news soon enough."

"Good grief," she sighed, sinking back into the chair. "I'm exhausted by all this drama."

Just as my assistant (hired to help Jeff out) entered with two coffees, I decided to drop the bomb. "How's Dad doing?"

My question nearly caused a coffee catastrophe. Mom fumbled the cup, g