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

Chapter 42

Chapter 42:

“Come on, it’s just a cup of milkshake. Is it really that big of a deal?”

“Kyla has good intentions. How could you be so harsh?”

Each syllable of reproach sliced through Sadie like shards of ice, her heart sinking with every word.

She mustered a brittle smile, her face a mask of forced composure. Drawing in a deep breath to quell the tempest of emotions churning inside her, Sadie fixed her gaze on Kyla.

“Kyla, this is what you wanted, isn’t it?”

Her response was measured and firm, the clarity of her tone cutting through the murmurs of the office.

The office fell silent, all eyes darting between the two women. Kyla’s response was not one of irritation, but of increased radiance; her smile widened, tinged with a provocative and triumphant gleam.

was as if she was silently proclaiming her victory,

Kyla leaned in, her crimson lips hovering near Sadie’s ear, whispering just loud enough for her alone to hear.

ear, sending an involuntary shiver cascading down her spine. Her fists clenched tightly,

fierce urge to

separated only by a thin wall. Acting on impulse now would do nothing but backfire

the way Sadie kept herself in

Sadie so visibly disturbed yet utterly powerless; it affirmed Kyla’s dominance, complete and

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usual poised and polished demeanor. She cleared her throat slightly and raised her voice, ensuring everyone could

I decided it would be best for you to take a break

sweetness, her tone so tender, as if

cold shiver crawled down Sadie’s spine as anger surged within her, bubbling

piercing gaze on

think you