Between Ruin And Resolve: My Ex-Husband’s Regret

Chapter 7

Chapter 7:

Kyla’s eyes widened in feigned surprise when she noticed Sadie. “Hello, you’re one of Noah’s employees, right?”

Isabel chimed in with a venomous tone, barely disguising her disdain, “Is that how Noah introduced her? Looking at the mess she is, it’s clear why he doesn’t want to admit to their relationship.” She then turned to Kyla, patting her hand with approval. “Fortunately, you’re back, Kyla.”

Kyla cast an apologetic glance at Isabel. “I’m sorry, Isabel. Leaving for my studies abroad was a mistake. If I hadn’t, you and Noah wouldn’t have had to worry all this time.”

Isabel huffed dismissively. “Well, it’s a relief you’re back now. Some people who’ve overstayed their welcome will finally have to step aside.”

“Enough already!” Nigel snapped, his glare slicing through the tension as he stared Isabel down, silencing her instantly.

Sadie and Isabel had never gotten along.

Isabel, always looking down her nose at Sadie, considered her as nothing more than a bankrupt heiress trying to claw her way into the Wall family’s vast fortune.

the past, Sadie had to navigate these treacherous waters with grace, swallowing her pride even

she no longer felt compelled to humble

off the chilly atmosphere, Sadie strode confidently across the room to where Nigel sat, taking a seat

moment, Noah pushed the door open and stepped inside. The moment he walked in, Kyla sprang up

she cooed, her voice dripping with the honeyed tones of a wife who had awaited her husband’s

was swift and cool. He slipped his arm away, his eyes narrowing slightly. “What are you doing here?” he asked, his tone

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“She’s here because I invited her. It’s been too long since her last visit,

fallen victim to a disastrous investment scam, losing a substantial sum. It was Kyla who had stepped in to untangle the mess, a deed that had quietly

cast a sorrowful glance at Sadie, her voice trembling slightly. “Maybe I shouldn’t have come. It might be best if I leave now. I don’t want to cause any trouble for you, Noah.” She turned dramatically towards

her and said, “No, don’t overthink things.

the sidelines, her heart sinking

she was Noah’s wife, yet she sat there, feeling more like an unwelcome intruder in his

it impossible to remain