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

left the hospital, the cold

for time, she bypassed the bus and dismissed the idea of a taxi due to

Sadie headed for

was nearly empty, a relief given

easing momentarily. Yet, discomfort soon pricked at her as she felt unsettling stares

on Sadie, some

magic

she touched her face, Sadie questioned if her

where I might get one?” Suddenly, a voice from a young girl pierced the

remembered she

the jacket was luxurious yet

came over her, yet

if she took

and she couldn’t risk misplacing it. Smiling uneasily, Sadie said, “Actually, I don’t know where to buy this jacket;

and

boyfriend cover you with it to keep you

she added, “He must really care for you! Does wearing