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.

moment the liquid scorched her throat, a fierce burning sensation erupted, sending her into a fit of violent coughing. Her body bent over in response, hands clutching the edge of the

as she delicately covered her mouth with a slender hand, her eyes twinkling maliciously. “Is that truly the extent

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

hand, a feeble attempt to dismiss their concern. Words failed her

said so. But to drink and then cause such a spectacle? What are you trying to prove? Are you challenging me?” Platt’s expression darkened, his displeasure palpable as he took

room grew thick with tension, the

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her throat with an uneasy giggle, then turned apologetically toward Platt. “Mr. Crawford, I’m truly sorry for this lapse. It seems I haven’t disciplined my team well enough. Please, don’t take it to

behaved this way before. Quickly, apologize to Mr. Crawford—he’s one of our key clients!” Her words cut through the

Sadie managed to steady herself. She raised her pale face, eyes narrowing as she caught the flicker of smug satisfaction dancing in Kyla’s eyes. With a cold, mocking sneer, Sadie

voice, though soft, carried a chilling undertone that instantly wiped the smugness

to her feet. She knew she

she made her way out of the private room, each step echoing her resolve