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.

Her body bent over in response, hands

a slender hand, her eyes twinkling maliciously. “Is that truly

“Are you alright, Sadie?”

concern. Words failed her as the turmoil churned in her

But to drink and then cause such a spectacle? What are you trying to prove? Are you challenging me?” Platt’s

the private room grew thick with tension, the air charged with an uncomfortable

doors to

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

into you 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,

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,

voice, though soft, carried a chilling undertone that instantly wiped the smugness off Kyla’s face.

state, Sadie pushed herself to her feet. She knew she needed to leave—now more

private room, each step