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

Chapter 241

Chapter 241:

“Thank you,” Sadie said, a flicker of gratitude passing through her tired gaze.

Averi stirred in her arms, his tiny fingers gripping her collar with surprising strength. His wide, glossy eyes darted around the room, his lips parting as if he was searching for the right words. Then, in a tiny, drowsy voice, he whispered, “Mommy…”

Sadie’s heart clenched. She tilted her head, brushing her fingers gently through his soft hair. “What is it, sweetheart?”

Averi lifted a small hand and pointed toward the window. Outside, the city pulsed with life. Neon lights flickered against the night sky, their colorful glow painting soft patterns on the walls. “Go out… play…” he murmured, his voice still thick with sleep, his little face full of longing.

Sadie’s breath hitched. For a moment, she couldn’t speak. How she wished she could take her little boy outside, let him feel the crisp night air, hear his laughter echo through the quiet streets. But… he had just come out of surgery.

Sadie’s hesitation was brief but noticeable. Alex caught it immediately.

His voice was warm, reassuring. “Where do you want to go, buddy?” He crouched slightly, meeting Averi’s gaze. “Once you feel better, I’ll take you wherever you want.”

She hadn’t

instantly. He clapped his tiny hands in excitement.

wriggled free from Sadie’s arms, wrapping his

heart a tangled mess of emotions—gratitude, warmth, and something

the promise, Averi stopped fussing and finally drifted into

Ten minutes passed.

a hush, the quiet only broken by

a gentle touch before rising to her feet. She walked

never leaving her. She looked… fragile. Too thin.

voice was quiet, careful. “Let me take care of you. Both

met, and for a moment, the world seemed to still. Then, she shook her head.

above a whisper. “These past three years, I’ve already relied on you too much. I know you mean well, but…” She exhaled, the words heavy on

but Alex heard

too many gaps between