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

escaped her lips; she had let her imagination run

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

he was with Kyla now, lavishing her with affection

semblance of comfort seeping into her

grabbed her bag, and made

the office, Tina

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you alright?” she

a slight cold. I’ll be fine after some rest,” Sadie replied, managing

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

a genuine smile and an enthusiastic

a soft warmth filled her heart. “Thank you,” she murmured, her voice a

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

her head in acknowledgment, her heart caught in

marriage, it was a colleague, not