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

Chapter 59

Chapter 59:

The harsh fluorescent lighting outside the operating room did little to brighten her desolate mood.

For Sadie, Laura was her last remaining relative, indispensable and irreplaceable.

The anticipated bonus from the Maple Group project was her final lifeline.

Regardless of Noah’s decisions concerning the bonus, Sadie was resolved to secure it.

She dried her tears, inhaled deeply, and called Roy.

“Mr. Dominguez, is now a good time? I’d like to discuss the project with you again.”

The voice that answered Sadie’s call had a sleazy quality, a far cry from Roy’s usual professional tone.

“Ah, another lady eager to make a deal! Why don’t you drop by the Night Owl Bar, Room 317? Impress us here, and the contract’s as good as yours. Hahaha!”

Laughter echoed through the line, the sound grating on Sadie’s ears.

Anxiety clutched her heart, a cold dread seeping through her.

no alternatives, she

Sadie replied, her voice quivering imperceptibly. As she left the hospital,

bypassed the bus and dismissed the idea

Sadie headed for the

car was nearly empty, a relief given

easing momentarily. Yet, discomfort soon pricked at her

eyes lingered on Sadie, some intentional, others merely

the magic on

touched her face, Sadie questioned if her makeup was

expensive. Could you tell me where I might get one?” Suddenly, a voice from a young girl

was only then that Sadie remembered she was still wearing Noah’s

black cashmere, the

to remove it came over her, yet she

she took it off? What if

Smiling uneasily, Sadie said, “Actually, I don’t know where to buy this jacket; it’s not

girl’s knowing glance and her slightly gossipy

your boyfriend cover you with

voice, she added, “He must really care for you! Does wearing his jacket make your heart feel warm?”