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

Chapter 26

Chapter 26:

The mere thought sent a thrill of excitement through her, a tender sweetness blossoming silently in her chest.

A low, insistent buzz filled the air as the phone on the bedside table rattled against the wood, breaking the quiet.

Sadie reached out, her hand trembling slightly as she answered.

On the other end of the line, a warm, motherly voice spoke with gentle concern. “Mrs. Wall, I’ve prepared some chicken soup for you. Be sure to have some once you’re up; it will help you recover faster.”

The voice belonged to Rosa Barrett, the devoted housekeeper who had faithfully served Sadie and Noah for years.

“Thank you, Rosa. I appreciate your concern,” Sadie replied, her voice polite but tinged with unmistakable disappointment.

As she set the phone down, her face drained of all color.

So, it wasn’t Noah.

of hope that had flickered to life in her chest was

lips; she

ever stoop to care

with Kyla now, lavishing her with

semblance of comfort seeping into

blush to mask her pallor, grabbed her bag, and made her

Tina immediately came over, her expression clouded with

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are you alright?” she

fine after some

hot apple cider on Sadie’s desk. “Drink this; it’s great for boosting your immune system and fighting off colds—it’s

a genuine smile and an enthusiastic thumbs-up, Tina warmly recommended

her heart. “Thank you,” she murmured, her voice a gentle

only right we look out for each other,” Tina responded, giving Sadie’s

her heart

marriage, it was a colleague, not her husband, who offered