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.

with no

be there soon,” Sadie replied, her voice quivering imperceptibly. As she left the hospital, the cold wind struck her, scattering her hair across her

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

Sadie headed

car was nearly empty, a relief given

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

lingered on Sadie, some

the magic on

she touched her face, Sadie questioned

quite chic and looks expensive. Could you tell me where I might get one?” Suddenly, a voice from a young girl pierced the quiet of the subway

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

from fine black cashmere, the jacket

came over her, yet

if she took it off? What if it

it. Smiling uneasily, Sadie said, “Actually, I don’t know where to buy this

knowing glance and her slightly gossipy tone

you with it to

you! Does wearing his jacket make your heart feel warm?” Sadie