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.

spark of hope that had flickered to life in her chest

she had let

could Noah, with his life of privilege, ever stoop to care

with Kyla now, lavishing her with affection and

steaming chicken soup, a semblance of comfort seeping

pallor, grabbed her bag, and made

office, Tina

ν? ℓs․com takes

you alright?” she inquired, her brow

I’ll be fine after

hot apple cider on Sadie’s desk. “Drink this; it’s great for

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

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

nothing. We’re colleagues after all, and it’s only right we look out

her heart caught in a tangled

a colleague, not her