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

Chapter 175

Chapter 175:

“Sadie, let me drive you,” a familiar voice offered from beside her.

Looking up, she saw Alex by his car, parked at the curb, watching her intently.

“That’s kind of you, but I’ll take a cab.” She declined politely, not wanting to be a burden.

“It’s late, and it’s not safe to be out alone. Please, get in,” Alex insisted. After hesitating, Sadie nodded, opened the passenger door, and climbed in.

“You don’t have to chauffeur me anymore, Alex. It’s too much trouble for you,” she murmured, buckling up.

As Alex started the car, his face showed concern and something else he kept hidden. “You’re going to work at Wall Group?”

“Yes, it’s a joint project. I couldn’t say no,” Sadie responded, her voice filled with reluctance.

“Sadie…” Alex started, then stopped, his hands tightening on the steering wheel. He knew too well the hurt Noah had caused her. The prospect of her facing that old torment bothered him.

“But I need to do this for the studio. I’ll

slowly. “I still don’t feel

laugh. “Alex, Noah and I are

“His heart is

steering wheel tighter, a twinge of

He tried again, but

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I really value this.” Silence fell heavily in the car, punctuated

wrapping himself in her embrace. “Mommy!” It was Averi. His face buried against her, he murmured, “Mommy, you’re home.” Sadie’s heart warmed instantly. She knelt, lifted Averi into her arms, and kissed his

replied, beaming, his arms tight around Sadie’s neck, his eyes shining with

Averi offered a polite

smiled at the tender scene and gently tousled Averi’s hair. “Averi, you’re

have you been looking for a rental place?” Alex inquired, concern evident in his

her neglected

seem tired,” Alex said,

it, Alex. You’ve done enough,” Sadie replied