Heart of the Billionaire (Taming The Bad Boy Billionaire 7)

“Walk into the destiny that’s waiting for you. Embrace your true purpose in life. Don’t you want to feel alive?”

“Of course, Granny. I’m driving myself crazy trying to figure out what my purpose in life is.”

“It’s not all the crazy stunts you and Nick get caught up in.”

“Well, if I pull crazy stunts, it’s only because I learned from the best.”

She laughed.

“I’ve let you live your life, hoping you’ll grow up,” she said. “I let you have your fun. And you’ve had more than your fair share. But it’s time to grow up, James. To have a purpose. And I only say this because I love you so much.”

He walked over and gave her a hug. “I know you love me. And I love you too. I’m sorry if I disappoint you.”

“You’re not a disappointment. I am so proud of you. And it’s okay not to have everything figured out. It’s hard to find a specific path in life.”

“Thank you.”

“What is it you want in life? Tell me the first word that comes to mind.”

“I want a normal life. I want to get off the roller-coaster I’m riding.” He looked at me and smiled. “I want to pursue a relationship with Della. I want to live in the same place longer than a month. I want to be happy like Nick. Maybe get married in a few years, have some kids, get a house. Set down some roots.”

“You are growing up.”

“I don’t want to be like Charlie anymore. I feel like I want more. If I had to choose, then I would pick Nick’s life over Charlie’s. Because for the first time in my life, I want stability. And when I see Charlie, I know that’s not the life I want anymore. I guess...you really made me see that.”

“These are good signs. To lead a purposeful life, you have to follow your passions. And you know your passion is your father’s company. We both know you could take the company to the next level.”

“I could. Meanwhile, I’d spend countless hours at the office to achieve my goal. And that wouldn’t help my budding relationship now, would it?”

“It’s all about balance. I’m telling you that you can have it all, a beautiful family, a thriving business, and a well-balanced life.”

“You’re saying I can have the best of both worlds?”

“Exactly.”

“Not only am I confused right now about what I want, but I’m still missing Dad desperately.”

She came over and hugged him. “Me too.”

“How am I supposed to get over him?”

She pondered, then a tear streamed down her face. “You can’t. None of us can.”

He hugged her tighter. “I swear I’m dying.”

“Your father would want you to be happy. Especially with a new woman in your life that you’re serious about. Do you have any idea how happy that would’ve made him? You have to go on living. For him. He’s watching from above. And I know he wouldn’t want to see you down here moping around this beautiful island. He would want to see you jumping from the cliffs and swimming in the sea. And it’s okay. You’re allowed to do that when you’re on vacation.”

They both laughed.

“He would want you to be as adventurous as he was when he was your age,” she continued. “Because you’re exactly like him.”

Granny went on to give him all kinds of advice, and I really think James needed that.

I watched Granny wipe the tears from her eyes. “How about we look at some old photo albums? Reminisce a little? I believe I have a few albums here.”

“I would love that,” James whispered.

“And James. I’m so sorry I gave you that sleeping potion. I promise to never cross the line like that again. I just knew if you came here to think, you might see things different.”