Ace's POV

Cass has been going to see Kimberly's therapist for almost a month now .

There is alot of progress, she talks , she eats , she laughs but she still seems a bit closed off .

It worries me because I dont know if our relationship is ever going to be the same anymore .

About two weeks ago , I started going back to work . She told me to , and I just wanted to make her happy so I did .

Of course not before leaving some guards there for her safety, I dont want to risk anything.

Hero has been an angel , he likes to look around . His face lights up when he sees me or Cass , he even coos sometimes . He still sleeps and eats alot , but I'd say it's way better then the first week .

I stare at the beautiful picture on the table that I took of Cass carrying Hero at the hospital.

They look amazing , Hero's eyes were still closed and Cass was staring at him , adoring his beautiful face .

Her smile was big and beautiful, she was extremely elated that day . 20th of November. Just five days before Thanksgiving.

Of course we missed Thanksgiving because Cass had to stay in the hospital for further tests. The doctor seemed wary of her well being.

Today , the 17th . I'm back at work , I stare at all the images on my desk . One of Cass cooking, she didnt see me snap it and she hasn't been to work in a while .

Smith Industries is really different since Jason's death . It's more quiet and peaceful .

That girl who was Kayla's friend- Bayley - resigned about a week ago . The company is doing exceptionally well .

And the Hawaiian business is already on its feet .

As I stare closer at the paper work on my desk , clicking gets closer to my office . There is a knock on my door .

"Enter." I say and soon a 5,3ft lady enters .

She has raven hair , a heart face , blue eyes and pink lips . She looks at bit like a model but she has a strong demeanor , even for a model .

Her left hand has a ring on it , she is married . She is in tall heels that make her appear even taller than she is .

"Hi , I'm Bella Reese-Michelle ." She says , outreachimg her arm .

I take it and then gesture her to sit .

"I'm Ace Bernett ." I inform.

"I'm aware , I am Mr Smith's lawyer . I was sent here to discuss something that should've been discussed before his death ." She says .

I cross my arms over my chest and stare at her blankly.

She pulls out a black envelope from a purse I didnt even realise she had with her.

"As you know , Mr Smith wanted to change his location, he wanted to move to Paris and take over his new company . Unfortunately, he was killed .

But his wishes still remain the same . He wishes to hand his shares of the company over to you.

Yourself and your wife have full ownership to the company . You just gave to sign here and it'll be official ." She says .

She hands me the paper , and I stare at it . I read every word on it , I count every full stop and comma . I know lawyers can trick you into signing things that tie you to stuff you dont know .

After I read the paper twice , I signed the paper . She smiled and took it from me.

"Congratulations Mr Bernett . You are now the owner of Smith Industries. I will have the papers delivered to you. " She says , and stands .

"It was nice speaking to you." She says .

"The feeling is mutual ." I give her a tight lipped smile . She nods and leaves .

I call Kim into my office . In under a minute she is here .

"Mr Bernett, how can I help?" She asks .

"Kim , I have to make an announcement , do you advise that I make it tomorrow morning or today before they leave?" I ask her . She seems to be in deep thought before she looks back at me.

"Well , Mr Bernett, most people leave after twelve PM. So I advise that you make the announcement tomorrow morning. " She says .

After thanking her , she nods and leaves . She knows this company better than anyone.

The long day at work ends after a few hours . I grab my stuff and head out . I'm exhausted .

Kim stands behind her desk as she packs her stuff.

"Hey." I say to her , she looks up at me and gives me a sad smile .

"Hi , have you gotten some rest lately ? You look terrible ." She says , slinging her purse over her shoulder .

"You know how much work has to be done here , there is no time for rest ." I say to her . She nods .

"Hey , can you babysit Hero for me?" I ask her . She looks at me and her face lights up .

She just adores Hero .

"I'd love to , I'll pick him up from his daycare if that's okay with you." She says .

"Yea , sure ." I say to her.

I walk out and drive to the house I went to about two nights ago . After two knocks on the door , she opens and smiles at me .

"Is it ready?" I ask her . She nods and hands me a black box .

I grab it and drive home. Drumming my fingers on my dash board .

The entire drive is silent but comfortable.

When my house comes into view , I speed up . The guard nods and opens the gate .

I park my car behind hers and head up to the house . There is a small smile on her face as she cooks .

I head behind the island and kiss her cheek .

"Hey ." She says turning to stare at me . Her eyes are less distant than they were when we came back home .

"Hi ." I greet , leaning in to kiss her . She leans in too and kisses my lips .

We move in sync as I put her onto the counter top . She moans onto my lips, but then stops the kiss to pull my head towards her chest .

She holds me like that for a while before she kisses the top of my head .

"I missed you so much." The words slip from my mouth and are mumbled onto her chest .

I dont see her reaction, but her heart beats faster .

"I missed you more. " she says . Kissing my head again .

And suddenly she jumps off the counter.

"Shit Ace , the chicken is burning !" She exclaims .

She opens the pot and steam fills the room immediately. She takes it to the sink and pours water into it .

"Oh no , oh no no no. What are we going to eat?" She says.

"Its okay . Just go and freshen up I'll make a plan." I say and she nods in a bit of confusion but still heads up.

I put the box in our bedroom and I too change into a different suit .

I head to the kitchen and begin cleaning up . She was right, the chicken was burnt . It's black and stuck to the pot .

I chuckle as I clean the island . Today she seems more free . And I just loved it .

"Ace , what's this?!" She yells from our bedroom. I chuckle .

"Just wear it !" I yell and chuckle again .

I fish for my phone and dial Kim's number . It's almost six PM right now .

"Hey." She says .

"Hi , is he there already? " I ask her .

"Yea, he is here . He is super happy to play with Megan ." She says , Kim has a daughter six months older than Hero.

"That's great . We'll pick him up later , if that's okay with you." I say .

"That would be great , I haven't spent time with him in two weeks ." She says to him .

"Thanks, bye." I reply .

I end the call when I hear clicking coming from the curved stairs .

She looks extremely beautiful in the dress . Its ankle lengthed , its black and silky . There is a slit that runs up to her mid-thigh.

The has strapped heels on her feet and she looks amazing . Her hair falls on her shoulders and her face is covered with a blush .

She looks elegant.

"Hey." I say when she is in hearing shot.

"Hi." She says shyly . I stare at her , she's captivating . Everything about her is perfect ,I wish I could freeze-frame this moment .

Let's go I say to her .

"Where?" She asks, a smile growing on her face .

"You'll see ." I say , lacing my hand in hers.