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

Chapter 106

Chapter 106:

“Please.” The word tore from her throat, hoarse and raw, trembling with emotions she had buried for far too long. “Help me.”

Jim’s heart lurched. He quickly reached down, flustered, and helped her back to her feet. “Sadie, what’s wrong?” he asked, his voice urgent but gentle. “What happened? I was told you were just sick.” He held her by the arms, his steady hands trying to calm her.

Sadie fought to keep her tears at bay, her voice trembling as she forced out the words. “Noah has me trapped here… cut off from everyone. I need to get out. Please, can you help me?” Her eyes locked onto Jim’s, her desperation palpable.

Jim froze, the weight of her plea pressing down on him. “Well…” He trailed off, torn between empathy and concern.

He knew all too well how ruthless Noah could be. If Noah ever found out he’d helped Sadie escape, the fallout would be catastrophic. The mere thought of Noah’s wrath sent a trickle of sweat down Jim’s temple.

Sadie saw the hesitation flicker across his face. She inhaled deeply, steadying herself, her voice soft but resolute. “Don’t worry. I won’t drag you into this any more than necessary. Just… distract the guards downstairs. That’s all I need. I’ll take care of the rest.” Her tone was calm, but her eyes burned with fierce determination. She was ready to risk everything.

Jim wavered, the logic gnawing at him.

wasn’t much—just

enough, or

pressed her advantage.

voice cracking. “Noah carried me back. It… it put the pregnancy at risk.” She

Jim’s, her eyes swimming with a mix of despair and silent

with g

forced into an abortion when

in the air. She squeezed her eyes shut, and the tears she’d fought so hard to hold back finally broke free, trailing

the baby… For the sake of my child… I have

feeling as though two

avoid entanglement in this mess.

more insistent, tugged at his conscience. It was the voice of compassion, of duty, reminding him

cheeks, and her trembling hand resting protectively over her abdomen. It felt like something had pierced through his chest,

his oath, the promise he’d made to protect life in all