Holt smiled warmly down at Zinny when she said she didn't want to be far away from him. "I don't want to be far away from you either. I wish.." but he stopped with a sigh. He wished she would move in with him. Being apart from her was downright painful. But it was too soon. Quinn would need time to get used to the idea. Molly too, because she could easily argue for full custody, and since courts often sided with mothers, he was sure a judge would give her Quinn. Zinny needed time too. Her life was only just beginning. She needed to experience all the things that came with being young and free.
He kissed her. His lips gentle. "Stop worrying so much. I know it's easier said than done, but you really are stressing over this more than necessary. You're intelligent and charming. There will be no shortage of schools to pick from. I promise."