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

Chapter 272

Chapter 272:

After a brief pause, the driver started the engine.

Stonemont Estate was already on Sadie’s mind. The estate was owned by Eva, who was well-known for being a tough negotiator. Securing a partnership would not only solidify but possibly enhance her studio’s standing significantly.

As they drove up the winding path, the rain grew heavier. Even with the windshield wipers moving fast, the thick fog remained difficult to clear.

Upon reaching the midpoint of the ascent, the driver abruptly hit the brakes.

“I’m sorry, miss, but it’s too risky to continue. The road is too slick,” he said, fear evident in his pale face and trembling voice.

Despair gripped Sadie as she realized the driver’s concerns were valid. The mountain path was both narrow and steep, made treacherous by the rain.

to maintain her composure, she said, “Sir, I’ll pay triple. Would you please take me to

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not about the money, miss. I have a family to think about, and I can’t risk our lives

continued, “I’m sorry,

paying him, she watched as the cab turned and vanished into the rainy

at the roadside, Sadie paused, her gaze fixed on the mountain path now shrouded in rain and fog, feeling a surge of helplessness. Her umbrella was up, but it hardly kept the relentless rain at bay. Her coat was quickly drenched, sending chills

pressed on,

Sadie’s chest. She might still find a way forward! She stepped boldly into the road, waving

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a halt and the window slid down, revealing

Sadie stood still, shocked. What

free so soon from the police station was beyond Sadie’s

evening when Noah had shown up outside her apartment building, likely there to confront her about