A Second Chance with the CEO After Divorce

Chapter 72:

At that moment, Cathy was lounging in bed, her head swathed in bandages, exuding an air of superiority reminiscent of a wife scornfully addressing her rival.

Belinda, feeling a twinge of discomfort, suppressed her emotions and met Cathy’s gaze with cold detachment. “It took me a while to get here. My room is quite a distance from this one.”

Her room was on the second floor, while Cathy enjoyed the plush amenities of a VIP suite on the top floor. The elevator ride with Marc had been frustratingly slow, stopping frequently, which added to her delay.

Belinda’s comment was meant to justify her lateness, yet Cathy’s expression soured. “Miss Nelson, what are you implying? Are you suggesting Kristopher is at fault for not giving you a VIP room as well?” She bit her lip and turned toward Kristopher with a look of feigned innocence and hurt. “Kristopher, I’ve always said I didn’t need a VIP room. I’m no princess… But you insisted on this. Now Miss Nelson seems to think I’m flaunting my status by being here!”

While handing Cathy a peeled apple, Kristopher’s frown deepened as he faced Belinda. “Let’s not create unnecessary drama. Cathy’s injuries are serious, which is why she’s in the VIP suite.” He paused, then added, “Should you be seriously ill, I’d do the same for you.”

Belinda studied his sharp, resolute features and felt a chill. The Kristopher she had once adored now seemed distant and calculating.

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might have realized that Belinda’s tone wasn’t laced with sarcasm or jealousy toward

me here to say these words? I’ve listened. If there’s nothing more, I’d prefer

that declaration, Belinda inhaled sharply and turned to

“Belinda!”

deep and resonant, halted her in her tracks. “Don’t you think you owe Cathy an

gaze at Cathy, who

a healthy flush, and she seemed in better spirits

car collided with hers. Why should she be the