Chapter 83

Valerie Will POV

I did something I swore I’d never do.

I moved back to Patrick’s house.

Yes. I had to do it for my son. It was the only way I could have constant access to Liam. Patrick wasn’t willing to let go of Liam.

I wasn’t sure how long I would stay, but it was the only option I had in the meantime. Jamal wasn’t happy about it, but he had no choice but to compromise.

He also took it as his mission to find a better lawyer who would help me win the custody battle. He was meant to stay in New York with me, but a major film role came through. One he couldn’t turn down.

I told him to take it. I was scared but I told him I’d be fine. I also assured him that living under the same roof as Patrick wasn’t going to change anything.

It was hard for him to trust me, even if he didn’t say it out loud. I already knew Jamal’s concerns when it came to Patrick. But I wouldn’t give him anything to worry about.

I would stay loyal to him as we