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.

that had flickered to life in her chest was ruthlessly

she had let her imagination run

could Noah, with his life of privilege, ever stoop to care for her—the wife

doubt he was with Kyla now, lavishing

chicken soup, a semblance of comfort seeping into her weary

grabbed her bag, and made her way

as she entered the office, Tina immediately came over, her

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

an enthusiastic thumbs-up, Tina warmly recommended the

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

after all, and it’s only right we look out

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

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