Tania had certainly grown into herself; since the baby arrived she had become a very beautiful woman. She worked in the family business now; Daniel had taken her under his wing and he had been pleasantly surprised at how quickly she had adapted to her new role in the Life. She was his right-hand girl, and she seemed to be enjoying it. She still lived at home with her dad, and Theresa knew that Daniel couldn’t imagine his life any other way now. He needed this girl and her son – they were what kept him sane. He still missed Lena so badly it was painful to witness.

Tania kissed her little boy, and he hugged her tightly. ‘You be good now.’ She kissed her nana on her wrinkled cheek and said lightly, ‘Thanks, Nana, I’ll see you tomorrow.’

Theresa grabbed her arm; she was smiling as she said smugly, ‘Before you go, lady, how’s things going with your fella? I like him, and I think we can safely say that he likes you! Your dad thinks the sun shines out of his arse. You do realise that, I hope.’

Tania could feel herself blushing now. ‘We’re OK, Nana. It’s still early days.’

Theresa looked at the girl she loved like her own child, and she said softly, ‘If you want my advice, Tania, grab happiness every chance you get. Life is so fucking short, girl.’

Tania smiled happily. ‘I’ll see you tomorrow, OK?’

As she left the house, Tania felt a wave of contentment wash over her; she was finally living her life, and she was enjoying it. After the last few years, she had not believed that she would ever feel like this. She was happy, really happy, and it felt so good.

Chapter One Hundred and Fifty

Imelda was running late to pick up little Daniel; he was staying with her tonight and she was looking forward to it – he was the apple of her eye and she loved looking after him when Tania was working.