On the other side of the city Jacqueline was laying in bed thinking about the writer. What is she going to do about the board? She still has to talk to Ian about finally getting a divorce. She doesn't feel right moving forward with Jane without starting the process first. Her and Ian have been in separate rooms for around 6 years. They barely talk besides their interactions for the boys and the once in awhile Scarlet gatherings here and there over the years. Basically when public appearance is necessary.

Being the Chief Editor of Scarlet magazine has been incredible for her career but also has the downside of being in the limelight from the press. She keeps the press out of her private life as much as she can because of her boys. They don't deserve to be hounded constantly. Which is why she hasn't pushed for a divorce. Unfortunately if she wants anything to come from being with Jane that has to change.

Jacqueline sighs in frustration, she just wants to hold the writer in her arms right now. Not wanting to feel needy, instead of calling the writer she just sends a text. I miss you. I didn't know if I should call or text but I wanted you to know that darling.

Jane's response was immediate. I miss you too. You could have called. I'm just sitting here with Kat. Debating on if I should text Ryan back.

Jacqueline reads the message twice before hitting the call button.

Not waiting for a hello - Jacqueline asks " Ryan texted you?" At the same as Jane says "Hey"

Hearing Kat laugh through the line. Jane replies " Straight to the point. Yes he texted asking to talk and also if I wanted him to take me in the morning."

Sensing the nerves from the other woman Jacqueline sighs "Darling I'm not mad. Why haven't you replied back to him yet? Maybe that will help him get the message?" She laughs out. "Sorry. Just tell him you have nothing to say to him and he is definitely not needed in the morning."

Jane replies softly. "No he is not. And I can't wait to see you in the morning."

Jacqueline smiles not being able to stop the love that pours out. "Ditto Jane. I'm sorry I disturbed your evening, truthfully I wanted to hear your voice." Thankful she's alone, not being able to stop the blush she knows is covering her face.

Hearing Kat in the background snickering with smoochie noises as Jane replies. "You didn't, baby." Jacqueline can't help the smile that adorns her face. "I should probably get some sleep though before my appointment in the morning. I will see you in the morning Jacq."

Sadly but lovingly Jacqueline hums "Good night Darling."

Ending the call after Jane says good night. Jacqueline snuggles in her bed pulling the comforter under her chin. Not being able to stop herself wondering what Ryan has to say to her Jane.

She knows she shouldn't be nervous. Jane has made it pretty clear -in sobs at that, that all she wants is to be with Jacqueline. Shaking her thoughts away, there's a knock on her bedroom door.

Getting out of bed, she opens the door to Ian. Sighing in irritation "What do you want Ian?"

"Well hello to you too Jackie" Ian says sarcastically. "The boys said they were at your mother's today and are going back over tomorrow."

Rolling her eyes "So. They can go to their Grandmothers. I had something important come up. It's not like you're here Ian." Crossing her arms leaning against the door.

"What's so important you have to do on your day off?" Ian asks since the boys wouldn't tell him anything.

"Ian, honestly it's none of your business. I'm being there for a friend and that's all you have to know." She sighs out irritated -not believing how Ian is acting, Jacqueline closes the door in his face and locks it before getting back into bed. Her phone alerts her to a new text. Smiling seeing it from Jane.

Kat suggested you have breakfast with us before my appointment in the morning if you're okay with that. Sutton and Richard will be here too.

Sure darling sounds good. What time then? Eight? She sends back.

Yes that works. Comes in and before she can respond another comes through.

Is it bad we haven't even kissed and all I want is to be cuddled next to you right now. Kat is an okay substitute but I prefer your arms.

Jacqueline not expecting the text but welcoming it greatly, suddenly forgetting about Ian being an ass.

I was thinking something along those lines earlier. I don't have a substitute though, so Kat is lucky, but remind her you are mine. She hit send before catching what she said.

I mean it should be me. Hitting the send again not wanting to scare her.

She's aware. And I like the thought of being yours! Btw and yes it should be YOU.

Jacqueline can't help the sigh of relief that they are both on the same page.

Good night and sweet dreams darling I'll see you in the morning.

Smiling at the Ditto babe - Jacqueline sets her phone back on the nightstand before pulling her pillow in her arms, wishing it was her writer.

Not being able to fall asleep, Jacqueline decides to head to the kitchen to get some warm milk. It usually calms her down when she's unable to sleep.

Opening the door, she heads to the kitchen flipping the light switch. She heads to the fridge pulling out the milk, before getting a glass from the cupboard. She gets a pan out to warm the milk on the stove. Once she has everything started she sits at the counter.

A minute goes by before she hears James saying mom behind her.

"Can't sleep baby?" Jacqueline asks her son.

Shaking his head no, Jacqueline wraps her arms around him. "Would you like some warm milk?"

James just nods his head in reply.

Jacqueline let's go of her son, walking over to the stove to add a bit more milk to the pan. Pulling out another glass sitting it next to hers.

"What's going on baby?"

James sighs sitting down in the stool. "Can I ask you something mom?" He fidgets with his fingers on the counter.

Jacqueline lays her hand on his, taking his hand in hers squeezing his fingers "James, baby you can ask me anything." she smiles at him assuringly.

James looks down the hall making sure no one else was around before asking "You were with Jane today weren't you?"

Only a little shocked Jacqueline squeezes James hand again, coming around the corner to stand next to him. "Why do you think that baby?" she asks him.

He looks up at his mother. "You were smiling when you picked us up. I haven't seen you smile like that since you had Jane over that one time. " He shrugs.

Leave it to her intuitive boy to know her. "I was with Jane." She replied honestly. "Are you okay with that?" She worriedly asks him.

Nodding his head. "I like Jane. She's cool, mom. You deserve to be happy."

With tears in her eyes she remembers the milk on the stove. She wipes her eyes before pouring the warm milk into both glasses, handing one over to James before sitting next to him at the counter.

"Thank you baby. Tomorrow you're gonna be back with grandma again." Seeing the sigh "I know babe, it's just that I have to take Jane to her Dr. appointment in the morning."

" Oh is she okay?" He acquires.

Jacqueline nods, taking a sip of her milk. "Yes, it's just her pre-op before her surgery next week." Seeing the confusion on his face. "So her mother passed away when Jane was little to breast cancer. She found out a bit ago she has the mutation gene that her mother had, which means she has a higher chance of getting it. Jane has decided to go ahead with the preventive surgery."

" Oh mom. And you're going to be there for her? Through it all?" He asks her before drinking his own milk.

"If she wants me to be then yes." she tells him. "James, can I ask you something now?" She nervously asks him.

Giggling "Sure mom, is this about the situation with dad or about you wanting to pursue Jane?" His intuitive mind asks in return.

Slightly shocked but not all that surprising Jacqueline just shakes her head. "When did you become so in tune with me." She giggles softly. "Both actually. You know I love you boys, and I wouldn't do anything without your full support. I don't want to hurt either you or Conner. I know I've explained to you why your father and I aren't together. And why we live the way we have over the years. I know it's been hard. Your father is rarely here and I'm always working." She sighs, taking another drink of her milk before she continues. "What I'm trying to say is I believe it's time we make it official. Are you going to be okay with that? With us finally getting a divorce we should have done years ago."

James smiles at his mom assuringly. "Yes. And Conner will be okay too."

Letting out the breath she was holding in. " Thank you James. You have grown up so much you know that?" Pulling him into her arms hugging him tightly. She drops kisses on the top of his head. "About the other thing. Are you really okay with me seeing Jane? Her being around you guys? If you're not okay with it, then I won't see her in that way." She painfully asks him, needing him to be okay with it.

Jacqueline cringes at the thought of not being able to be with the writer. She's already fallen deeply for the young girl. She's not sure if she could honestly stay away from her if her boys weren't okay with it.

Sensing his mother's fear. "Mom, I don't care if you like women or that she's younger. If she makes you happy then I'm okay with it."

Jacqueline cries out in relief, as tears spill from her eyes. Hugging her son tightly to her again. " Thank you James. I love you, you know that right?!"

"I love you too mom." He pulls back, wiping the tears from her face. Kissing her on the cheek.

James finishes his milk before taking their glasses and rinsing them before putting them in the dishwasher. Taking his mother's hand before turning the lights off heading down the hallway.

Standing at his mother's door he scuffs his foot against the floor. "Mom can I stay with you tonight?" He nervously asks her.

Smiling at his nervousness, she nods her head leading him into her room. Shutting the door before climbing into bed next to her son, she turns her lamp off. Snuggling down under the covers, James snuggles in next to his mother and is out moments later.

Jacqueline can't help but sigh in relief at how the conversation went. She wasn't expecting to let James in on everything but she's so thankful she did. James is growing into a very mature and understanding young man. She couldn't be more impressed.

Glancing at her clock she sees it reads one am. Sighing knowing she has to be up in 6 hours she cuddles her son, kisses his head and finally falls asleep looking forward to seeing Jane for breakfast.