Chapter 106 Around the comer , Marissa lurked in the shadows , her face darkening as she caught every word of the Vanderbilts conversation .
She headed back to the kitchen and dialed Jacks number .
Jack picked up almost immediately , Marissa took a deep breath and asked .
Jack , could you reach out to Mr.
Vaires assistant again for me ! Look , Marissa , its not that I dont want to help .
Ive tried everything , but they wont budge .
The paintings not for sale , period .
No amount of moneys gonna change that , Jack sail .
Its fine if they wont sell .
I just want to meet with Mr.
Vaire , just once .
Thats all Im asking Well- Moneys not a problem .
Its not about the money .
Jack sighed .
Alright , Ill see what I can do Thanks , Jack After hanging up .
Marissa stood still for a long moment , her gaze fixed on nothing in particular , her eyes glinting with cold calculation .
Shed noticed how the Vanderbilts were starting to feel guilty about Paisley The first rays of morning sunlight played across Paisleys face , making her stir .
The sound of rustling fabric caught her attention .
she found herself curled up on the couch with a plush throw blanket draped over her .
Opening ! gher e eyes .
Paisley bolted upright , flipping off the blanket with a frustrated groan , Hurrying to Pauls bedside , she checked his condition , Relief washed over her as she observed his steady breathing , strong pulse , and healthy color with no signs of any complications .
The bathroom door clicked open, and Dominick walked out , his face and hair still damp from washing up .
Hey , youre up , he said , his voice smooth and gende When did I fall asleep ? Why didnt you wake me ! Paisley demanded .
If Paul took a turn for the worse and they didnt catch it in time , all her hard work would be wasted .
Dont worry .
Im wide awake , Dominick said , grabbing some tissues to dry his face .
If Grandpas condition changes , Ill wake you up right away Paisley glanced at Dominick , noticing the telltale redness in his eyes that came from pulling an all nighter .
Thanks for staying up .
She turned back to check Paul one more time .
He should be waking up soon .
With that Paisley retreated to the couch and sank down into it Youre the one who deserves thanks , Dominick said , tossing the tissues in the trash .
Youve been here the whole time , doing everything you can to save Grandpa was when Paisley noticed the pile of fancy takeout boxes stacked next to the trash can .
That was You were already asleep when dinner arrived yesterday .
Theyll be bringing breakfast soon .
We can grab something together , Dominick said .
Sounds good Paisley didnt object .
Her stomach was definitely rumbling .
Sure , she had those snacks Maria packed , but they were cold and stale by now What she really wanted was something warm and fresh .

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Thinking of Maria made her mind drift to Serena Serena always slept curled up next to her at night .
After being gone all night , Paisley wondered if her linde girl had been asking for her As if on cur , Serenas call it up her phone .
Hi , hi , Mommy .
Its Rena okling into crescents , filled with pure warmth and love .
The moment Paisley heard her daughters voice , her whole face lit up , her pretty eyes crinkling Has my little girl been good for Maria ? Paisleys voice went soft and high , the way y parents talk to young the children .
Yes , I wa was good .
I went to bed when I was supposed to Serena pained on the other end of the line .
Tonly cried a tiny bit , really .
Serena had still cried .
Paisleys heart clenched at the thought .
Mommy will be back really soon , sweetheart , the promised .
Dominick stood there , watching Paisley talk to their daughter , and suddenly found himself lost in a memory .
She used to talk to Grayson in that sime sweet voice , smiling as she held him doir 1/2 10:06 AMI Chapter 106 Dominick got so caught up in the memory that he didnt even notice when Paisley ended the call .
Paisley looked up to find Dominick staring at her thoughtfully .
She frowned , What ? Her sudden shift in attitude and icy tone snapped Dominick out of his daze , leaving a hollow feeling in his chest .
Do you love him .
Paisley ? Who ? Renal Paisley raised an eyebrow .
Of course , she loved her daughter .
I mean Serenas biological father , Dominick said .