A Divorce After My Rebirth by Gentle Rain in June

Chapter

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.

looked at

“Bella…”

Yeah?

“I’m sorry.

he had calmed down, the memory of his actions towards Natalie in his rage made

somewhat regretful.

that damn woman deserved

what she had become now! She was

remained light but didn’t directly address Cedric’s words. Instead, she said,

to the darkness

The statement was heart–wrenching.

adapt is a good

sense his

even a bit frantic!

initially thought that due to her brother’s influence, she would

if she went

had forcefully

flung accusations

off her phone.

even curses.

were so shocking, almost enough

your sight as soon as possible!”

“When will that happen?”

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

to see everything.

at her and said, “Very soon,

Very soon!

exactly did

Isabella swallowed hard.

not that bad. The darkness is not as

her before she could

couldn’t suppress the restlessness in

up and said, “Rest

he

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

Cedric’s body shook violently!

always been a reserved person. But at this moment, his

a person? It wasn’t a matter

was the despair of being unable to distinguish between day

very soon, okay?” His tone softened, carrying a

irritated, but his

I believe you, Isabella

words strengthened the man’s heart

making a strategic retreat in

arrange for two bodyguards at Isabella’s room door

instructed Yuvan to investigate where the leaked reports originated. Even if it was an individual, he was

get to it right away,” Yuvan

already ensured complete protection for Isabella, showcasing his