Chapter 236 - Cracks in the Foundation

  "Mud pies are real!" Kayla insisted. "And yummy too!" Deonna stifled a laugh, catching Logan's eye over their daughter's head. Despite the insanity of the day, she felt a warmth in her chest. This, right here, was what mattered. The moment was broken by the ping of Logan's phone. He glanced at it, his face falling. "What is it?" Deonna asked, though she had a sinking feeling she already knew. Logan handed her the phone wordlessly. It was an email from Granger Industries, one of their biggest clients. "Dear Mr. Maine, In light of recent events, we feel it necessary to reevaluate our partnership with Maine Enterprises. Unless we see significant changes in leadership and company culture, we will be forced to terminate our contract. We await your response. Sincerely,   Jonathan Granger" Deonna looked up at Logan, seeing her own exhaustion and worry mirrored in his eyes. They'd weathered storms before, but this... this felt different. Bigger. More dangerous. "Logan," she said