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

Chapter 379

Chapter 379:

“Where’s Averi?”

“He… went to Slimron for an educational trip. He’ll be away for a few days.”

Noah gave a small nod. He said nothing more.

Noah reached for an exquisite box on the desk, its surface gleaming under the soft light. He held it out to Sadie, his movements deliberate yet effortless.

“There’s a charity event tonight,” he said, his voice low and steady. “I’d like you to come with me.”

Sadie froze, her eyes darting between the box and Noah’s impassive face.

“Me?” she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. She pointed at herself to confirm he wasn’t mistaken. The idea seemed absurd, almost surreal.

gave a slight nod, his expression unreadable, but his tone left

I need

then, Nanette’s words echoed in her mind, a reminder of what

word escaping before she could second-guess

against the plush velvet, a strange mix of anticipation and

if he were

shifting back to the glowing screen of his laptop. Sadie left the

light like stars scattered across a midnight

over her figure as though it had been made just for her. Standing in front of the mirror, she carefully styled her hair and applied a touch of makeup, her hands trembling

begins at

there was a knock at

took a deep breath, steadying herself, before she walked toward

and for a brief moment, she saw something like admiration flash in his eyes—something deeper than simple politeness. The starry gown

look stunning,” Noah said, his

flushed, and she lowered her gaze momentarily. Her heart fluttered in response to the compliment, and she whispered