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

Chapter 85

Chapter 85:

Sadie chuckled and said, “I won’t order anything I’m not supposed to. Come on, you’ve done so much for me. Let me show my appreciation.”

Her voice was light, yet firm, making it clear she wouldn’t take no for an answer.

A brief look of disappointment crossed Alex’s face, but he quickly masked it with a warm smile. “It’d be rude to decline, wouldn’t it?” Though his expression remained gentle, a quiet sadness lingered in his eyes.

They arrived at the restaurant and stepped through the grand revolving door. The glow of an opulent crystal chandelier bathed the space in dazzling light.

That was when the evening took an unexpected turn.

Sadie’s eyes immediately landed on Noah and Kyla, walking towards a private dining room together. Noah’s tailored suit and confident posture gave him an air of quiet authority, while Kyla, clinging to his arm, wore a sweet, knowing smile.

Sadie’s chest tightened. She instinctively wanted to avoid them, but Kyla’s sharp gaze had already spotted her.

“Sadie? Weren’t you supposed to be resting in the hospital? What brings you here?” Kyla’s voice carried a mix of surprise and something far less innocent.

Alex, and a smirk played on her lips. “You sure have time for romance,

attention shifted to Sadie, his expression darkening. His gaze held a storm of emotions—jealousy, frustration, and something unreadable. Sadie exhaled slowly, steadying herself. The last thing she wanted was to show weakness in front of

mind can process? Maybe you should get it checked,” Sadie said coolly, her tone laced with quiet

you. Shouldn’t your health come first? I didn’t think you’d snap at me like that…” The sickly-sweet tone

that followed was

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fire back, Alex spoke up. “You’re the one who sounds unwell. Maybe you should see a doctor

but his protective stance made his meaning

her eyes glistening with unshed tears as if she were weighed down by

shoulders quivering ever so slightly, casting a pleading

on Sadie. His eyes were unreadable, his voice low and

you’re here with Kyla.” Though her

they be doing if not eating? Did Noah think she was a

hardened at her words. His sharp features grew taut, his eyes flashing with a mix

Today was Kyla’s birthday.

had brought her to a high-end