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

Chapter 378

Chapter 378:

Satisfied, she studied her reflection, tilting her head slightly as a slow, knowing smile spread across her lips. “Noah, tonight, you will definitely notice me.”

Meanwhile, across town, Sadie pushed open the doors of Myrtlewood Estate, instantly enveloped by the familiar, comforting scent of home-cooked dishes. From the kitchen, Laura emerged, an apron tied neatly around her waist, carrying a steaming bowl of soup. A gentle smile softened her features.

“You’re home, Sadie. You must be exhausted,” she said, setting the bowl down with care. “Come, have some soup. I made your favorite.”

Sadie took the bowl in her hands, its warmth seeping through her fingertips. She lifted the spoon and took a small sip, letting the rich, velvety flavor settle on her tongue.

“Grandma, you didn’t have to cook again,” Sadie said, setting the bowl down with a sigh, her voice laced with exhaustion. “I could’ve just grabbed something simple.”

Laura clicked her tongue, her warm eyes filled with quiet reproach. “You silly child. No matter how busy work gets, your health should always come first.” She reached out, gently cupping Sadie’s face, her touch soft yet firm. “Look at you—you’ve lost so much weight.”

Sadie offered a tired smile. Before she could protest, Laura continued, “Oh, that reminds me—Noah’s back. He should be in the study.”

The words landed like a stone in still water, sending ripples through Sadie’s thoughts.

“He’s… back?”

her tone light. “Yes, just a little while ago. He’s probably drowning in work again.” She gestured toward another steaming bowl.

passed before Sadie drew in a quiet breath and

“Alright.”

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steadying herself before stepping

paused, her heartbeat a quiet drum against

fixed on the glow of his laptop screen. The light cast sharp shadows along the planes

to his broad frame, sleeves pushed up just enough to reveal the sculpted

of the door broke the

His gaze lifted.

it?” Noah’s voice was cool,

the

to you.” Her tone was soft, almost hesitant, as though she was afraid of disturbing

gaze flickered to the bowl, then back to her. For a fleeting moment, something unspoken passed through his eyes—something

it.” His attention dropped back to his laptop, fingers