A Divorce After My Rebirth by Gentle Rain in June

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Chapter 118 The Fish That Slipped Through the Net (2)

“What do you mean that it doesn’t add up?” Cedric’s tone grew even colder and more aloof.

It didn’t add up?

Having been in the business world for so many years, he always wanted definite results.

He disliked answers with uncertainty.

“Hey now, I’m just respecting your wishes. If you want, I can arrange a more definitive examination for

you.

“So, what you’re saying is you’re not sure?”

“Yes.”

“Then this is pointless!” Cedric said and hung up the phone.

He had no interest in these uncertainties.

How Isabella’s eyes were injured….

He hadn’t dared to recall it those days. Every time he thought about it, his heart tightened. Just thinking about the reason for her injury could evoke the image of Isabella’s desperation, which in turn deepened his hatred for Natalie.

After hanging up the phone and turning around, he saw Isabella sitting on the bed. The white cloth that covered the gruesome wound was now back on her face, and she had resumed her

r usual cold and charming demeanor,

“Why are you up?” Cedric frowned as he entered the room, completely forgetting what Isaac had said on the phone.

Isabella’s tone was gentle as she replied, “I heard you on the phone, so I got up to take a look. It’s been a while since I’ve seen you.”

As Isabella said the latter sentence, a hint of grievance tinged her tone.

Cedric frowned. He pulled a chair over and sat beside the bed. “Want some water?”

“No need.” Isabella shook her head.

Her calm demeanor revealed no emotions. Though she was usually so quiet, Cedric found himself unusually agitated facing her at this moment.

he reconsidered.

He put the cigarette back untouched.

Isabella seemed to sense Cedric’s off mood.

With a touch of sadness in her tone, she said, “During today’s examination, the doctor said the surgery could be done soon. I thought today would be the day…”

She didn’t finish the sentence, but her words carried a faint sense of disappointment and sorrow.

Then, he looked

“Bella…”

Yeah?

“I’m sorry.

memory of his actions

somewhat regretful.

damn woman deserved

she had become now! She was practically

directly address Cedric’s words.

the

The statement was heart–wrenching.

to adapt is a good thing. Like just now,

could also sense

anxious and even a bit frantic!

to her brother’s influence, she would surely recover in

she went

though Cedric had forcefully brought Natalie to the

accusations at

her

even curses.

were so shocking, almost

you regain your sight as soon as possible!” Cedric said in

“When will that happen?”

no longer pretend to be indifferent about this. She was even anxious to regain her

to see everything.

looked at her and said,

Very soon!

what exactly did that

Isabella swallowed hard.

that bad. The darkness is

before

suppress the restlessness in his bones any

stood up and said,

that, he

step out of the hospital room, he heard Isabella ask, “Is it daytime or nighttime

Cedric’s body shook violently!

been a reserved person. But at this moment, his cold and tough heart

wasn’t a matter of getting used to it

of being unable to

His tone softened, carrying

initially irritated, but his patience gradually

believe you,

strengthened the man’s heart

of making a strategic retreat

Yuvan arrange for two bodyguards at Isabella’s room door to prevent any

leaked reports originated. Even if it was an individual,

sir. I’ll get to it right away,”

already ensured complete protection for Isabella, showcasing