Between Ruin And Resolve: My Ex-Husband’s Regret

Chapter 31

Chapter 31:

With a shaky hand, Sadie reached for the bottle and poured herself half a glass of wine. Normally, wine was a familiar comfort, but tonight, with the flutter of nerves in her stomach and the knowledge of her pregnancy, it felt like a betrayal.

The scrutinizing eyes of the onlookers burned into her, spotlighting her every move.

Kyla watched from across the room, her chin propped on her entwined fingers, a sly smirk curving her lips. Her eyes sparkled with mockery, enjoying the unfolding drama with a predatory glee.

A deep crease formed on Mack’s forehead as he paused, clearly torn on whether to speak.

Platt, however, watched with anticipation, as if waiting for the main event to begin.

Under the intense scrutiny of those around her, Sadie drew a deep, steadying breath and tipped the glass back, the wine disappearing in a single, determined gulp.

throat, a fierce burning sensation erupted, sending her into a fit of violent coughing. Her body bent over

delicately covered her mouth with a slender hand, her eyes twinkling maliciously. “Is that truly the extent of your tolerance? Surely,

washing over his features. “Are you alright, Sadie?” he asked

Words failed her as the turmoil churned in

you could have simply said so. But to drink and then cause such a spectacle? What are

in the private room grew thick with tension, the air

opens doors to

toward Platt. “Mr. Crawford, I’m truly sorry for this lapse. It

today? You’ve never behaved this way before. Quickly, apologize to Mr. Crawford—he’s one of our key clients!” Her words cut through the silence, sharp and accusatory,

wave of nausea, Sadie managed to steady herself. She raised her pale face, eyes narrowing as she caught the flicker of smug

wiped

state, Sadie pushed herself to her feet. She knew she

of the private room,