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.

sending her into a fit of violent coughing. Her body bent over in

dear, Sadie,” Kyla exclaimed, her voice thick with mock concern as she delicately covered her mouth with a slender hand, her eyes twinkling

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

concern. Words failed her

could have simply said so. But to drink and then cause such a spectacle? What are you trying to prove? Are you challenging me?” Platt’s expression

grew thick with tension, the air charged with an

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

to Sadie, her demeanor shifting to one of stern reproach. “Miss Hudson, what has gotten into you today? You’ve never behaved this way before. Quickly, apologize to Mr. Crawford—he’s one of

flicker of smug satisfaction dancing in Kyla’s eyes. With a cold, mocking sneer, Sadie retorted, “Kyla, is this the best you can do—resorting to such

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

pushed herself to her feet. She knew she needed to leave—now

made her way out of the private