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

Chapter 96

Chapter 96:

As he disappeared through the doorway, Sadie watched the door swing shut, her hand unconsciously clenching into a fist.

Despair overwhelmed her. She had hoped that her hard work would free her from Noah’s control and grant her independence. Yet, here she was, still bound by his influence.

What was her next move? Was escape from Noah’s grasp ever possible? Her hand rested on her belly, protectively guarding the growing life inside her. If she failed to leave Noah before her pregnancy became obvious, he might never allow the child to be born.

The memory of Noah’s cold expression and harsh words haunted her.

Taking a deep breath, Sadie resolved not to give up.

She had to leave, for the sake of her unborn child.

Alex approached, his concern evident. “Sadie, stay calm. I’ll speak with Mr. Dominguez. Given the long-standing relationship between our families, he might change his mind.” His voice was gentle and reassuring.

hurried off, urgency in

away. Amidst the elegantly dressed crowd in the banquet hall, Sadie

was refreshingly cool. Her phone buzzed—it was

buzzed with excitement. “He’s set up an independent project for

Sadie realized this was a more favorable outcome than she had hoped for. Without Noah’s knowledge, there would be no chance

grateful,” Sadie responded earnestly. “How can

unfolds

you’ll be even,”

Sadie looked up

impeccably dressed in a sharp suit. His handsome face showed no warmth, and

feeling settled in Sadie’s

he overheard their

his voice cold. “You promised last night there was nothing between you and Alex, yet here I

the phone. “Sadie? What’s happening there? I can hear Noah— is he causing trouble? Tell me where you are, I’ll