Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband

(Jayden)

Winona looks pale, her body trembling, her grip on my shirt loosens as her strength fades. The blood beneath her is too much. Fear grips me.

I can't lose her too.

Dr. Harris steps back from the bedside, her face tight with focus as she assesses the situation. "Jayden, we need to stabilize her now," she says firmly, her tone leaving no room for argument. "I need to prep her for emergency surgery. You'll need to wait outside." I don't let go of Winona's hand.

The nurses move swiftly, adjusting the IV, getting her ready to move to surgery. One of them gently touches my shoulder. "Mr. Brennan, we need you to step back, please."

I shake my head, my grip tightening. "I'm not leaving her."

"Jayden," Dr. Harris says, her voice soft but commanding. "You can't help her right now. Let us do our job."

Winona's eyelids flutter. "Jayden..." she whispers weakly.

"I'm here," I say, kissing her on the nose. "I'm right here."

"Please," she breathes. "Don't... let them take me away..."

I kiss her forehead. "You're staying right here. With me." I lie.

Dr. Harris steps closer, her hand firm on my arm. "Jayden, she's losing too much blood. I'm sedating her ready for surgery. I need to act now, or we'll lose her too."

Her words slam into me, and for a moment, I can't breathe. I look at Winona, her face pale and drawn, and then back at Dr. Harris.

"Promise me you'll keep her alive," I say, my voice shaking.

"We'll do everything we can," she replies, her eyes steady. "Wait outside the room please."

Suddenly I feel so helpless. No amount of money can help. My billions can't keep her with me. There's nothing I can do that I haven't already done. I'm useless. Now only the expertise of the medical team can give her a chance.

I nod, because I know as much as it kills me to leave her, I have to let them do their job, and step back. A nurse takes my place, adjusting the oxygen mask over Winona's face as the team works with quiet urgency.

I go out the door. I don't want to leave her, but I know I have to.

I head to the sitting room and I see Lisa and Cass, their faces pale.

"What's happening?" Lisa asks, her voice tight.

"She's going to emergency surgery to stop the bleeding," I say, running a hand through my hair. "The baby's gone, and now..." My voice cracks, and I can't finish the sentence.

Lisa steps forward. "What do you need from us?"

I stare at her and shrug. "Just... just be here for her when she wakes up," I manage.

I see Cass hug her arms around herself and begin to rock.

I nod towards her and look at Lisa, "stick with her. She's struggling to stay clean," I whisper.

Lisa nods and goes to put her arm around Cass's shoulder.

Anne appears in the doorway,

ushering Bobby, Sarah, Abby, and Henry further down the hallway. She

looks at me, her eyes full oks-at

understanding. "I'm taking them to

the house," she says gently.

I nod, swallowing the lump in my throat. "Thank you. I'll see you there later."

Bobby hesitates, glancing back at the closed door to Winona's room. "Dad... is Mom going to be okay?"

I kneel down, putting a hand on his shoulder. "She's in the best hands," I say, forcing a small smile. "Dr. Harris is taking care of her. You just focus on helping Anne, okay? Keep an eye on your sisters and the little tornado for me."

Bobby nods slowly, his eyes filled with a maturity that breaks my heart. "Okay."

He should be able to be a kid, not shoulder all this seriousness all the time.

"Hey, you know that fishing trip to the cabin we planned?"

"Yeah..."

"Let's do that soon. I need some camping relaxation."

Bobby grins. "You like camping as much as you like losing at games."

"I'm open to learning some skills, if you show me. And you promise to keep the critters away."

"I'll protect you, Dad. Don't worry. Maybe Viktor can join us if he's still here."

"Great idea. Boys trip. I'll ask him. Okay?"

"Sure thing."

As Anne gently ushers the kids away, I am grateful for Bobby and for all my kids. I need to keep my family together, no matter what. When I turn back, Lisa is pacing, her arms crossed tightly over her chest. Cass sits in the armchair, her face pale as she stares at the floor. "She'll pull through," Cass says suddenly, her voice more like a plea than a statement. "I know she will."

"She has to," I reply, my voice hollow. "I can't lose her now. I can't."

The door to the room opens, and Dr. Harris steps out. "Her blood pressure is dangerously low, but we have no choice but to operate. I have permission forms. Jayden, we may need to give her a hysterectomy..."

"Anything to save her life. You have my permission. I'll come sign."

They push Winona out quickly. Dr. Harris touches my arm. "Wait here, I'll have the forms brought to you and keep you updated."

I nod as Dr. Harris leaves.

My worst nightmare is playing out.

Winona and I have a chance to live a peaceful life. To discover what life can be like without my mother around.

I can't lose her before we get the chance to find out.