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 expected

tiny hands in excitement. “Great! Alex will take

he wriggled free from Sadie’s arms, wrapping his

heart a tangled mess

by the promise, Averi stopped fussing and finally drifted into sleep,

Ten minutes passed.

room fell into a hush, the quiet only broken by the rhythmic sound of the little

with a gentle touch before rising to her feet. She walked toward the window, drawn to the city lights flickering beyond

never leaving her. She

voice was quiet, careful. “Let me

for a moment, the world seemed to still. Then,

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 her tongue. “But I’ve learned to take care of Averi on my own. I don’t want to be a burden to anyone else.” Her voice softened further, almost breaking. “Besides… between

didn’t finish, but Alex heard

were too many