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.

face him firmly. “But I need

still don’t feel comfortable with

bitter laugh. “Alex, Noah and I are over. He’s

irony. “His heart is with Kyla. He

clenched the steering wheel tighter, a twinge

again, but

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Silence fell heavily in the car, punctuated only

Sadie emerged, a small figure raced toward her, wrapping himself in her embrace. “Mommy!” It was Averi. His face buried against her, he murmured, “Mommy, you’re home.” Sadie’s heart

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

car, Averi offered a polite greeting. “Good

the tender scene and gently tousled Averi’s hair. “Averi, you’re such a good

rental place?” Alex inquired,

of her neglected

help you? You seem tired,” Alex said, his

I can handle it, Alex. You’ve done enough,” Sadie replied with sincerity, her