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.

faint spark of hope that had flickered to life in her

laugh escaped her lips; she had let her imagination

privilege, ever stoop to care for her—the wife he

doubt he was with Kyla now,

a semblance of comfort

mask her pallor, grabbed her bag, and made

entered the office, Tina

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alright?” she inquired, her

fine after some rest,” Sadie replied, managing

look terribly pale,” Tina noted, setting a cup of hot apple cider on Sadie’s desk. “Drink this; it’s

smile and an enthusiastic

in Sadie’s eyes as a soft warmth filled her heart. “Thank you,”

and it’s only right we look out for each

head in acknowledgment, her heart caught in

marriage, it was a colleague, not her husband,