Tangled Trust (The Forbidden Attraction) by Lydia Hall

Author:Lydia Hall [Hall, Lydia]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2023-09-03T16:00:00+00:00

17

CARTER

It’s time to upgrade my private plane. I plan on doing a lot more traveling as my business is expanding, and the plane I bought years ago is no longer big enough for my needs. I want to take Ella with me for the trip, but Jagger needs her. So, I’ll be flying solo, so to speak.

"Aaah, do you have to go, Daddy?"

"I’m afraid so, Jagger. But don’t worry. I’ll be back soon, and then I’ll have a surprise for you."

"Okay. But, you’re going to miss my tennis match."

"I’m sorry, buddy."

It’s always hard to say goodbye to my son. He’s at such a crucial age in his development, but sometimes I have to say no. This is one of those times.

"Ella is here with you, darling. You guys are going to have fun. Plus, you have school this week."

I don’t want to homeschool Jagger. I had the privilege to grow up surrounded by peers, and I think it’s important for a boy to learn how to handle himself in the company of other boys and girls. Not that I have anything against homeschooling. It’s just not for Jagger.

"Don’t tell Daddy," Ella whispers just loudly enough for me to hear, "but we’ll sneak off for ice cream."

The magic words bring an instant grin to Jagger’s face. My little sugar junkie is well pleased with the prospect of sneaking in some contraband while I’m away.

"Okay, guys. I’m off. Have a good week at school, my love. Ella, can I speak to you in my office before I go?"

"Sure. Jagger, I’ll be right back, sweetie."

Ella follows me into my office. I close the door behind her. I grab her and kiss her passionately.

"I’ve been dying to do that all morning," I groan when I finally allow her to come up for air.

Ella's bright smile lights up the room.

"I’m going to miss you."

"I wish you could go with me."

"As do I. But, I think the tongue would really wag if we snuck off together while Jagger was here. Besides, poor George and the gang would put a curse on us. And, I suspect the gardener would leave the state."

"All is not lost. I’m planning a trip for the three of us very soon. That way, I can grope you as often as I please."

"Sounds like you have thought this through," Ella giggles.

"Oh, yeah."

"Travel safely, Carter. I’ll miss you."

"Goodbye, my gorgeous."

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