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.

had flickered to life in her chest was

self-deprecating laugh escaped her lips; she had let her imagination

of privilege, ever stoop to care

with Kyla now, lavishing her with affection and

semblance of

blush to mask her pallor, grabbed her

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fine after some rest,” Sadie

cider on Sadie’s desk. “Drink this; it’s great for boosting your immune system

genuine smile and an enthusiastic thumbs-up, Tina

Sadie’s eyes as a soft warmth filled her heart. “Thank

right we look out

her head in acknowledgment, her heart caught in a tangled mix

was a colleague, not her husband, who offered her