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

Chapter 382

Chapter 382:

Time seemed to slow as the liquid splashed across Noah’s crisp white shirt.

“Oh no, Mr. Wall! I—I didn’t mean to!” The waiter’s face turned ghostly pale, his voice frantic as he fumbled for words. “I’m terribly sorry!”

Noah’s expression darkened as he attempted to brush away the deep red stain, only for it to smear further across the white fabric.

Before he could say anything, the event manager rushed over, his tone laced with urgency. “Mr. Wall, I sincerely apologize for this mishap. Please, allow me to escort you to the lounge so you can change.”

Noah exhaled slowly, annoyance flickering across his features. Then, with a brief glance at Sadie, he gave a small nod. “I won’t be long,” he muttered.

Sadie nodded back, watching as he strode away, a strange unease settling in her chest.

“Miss Hudson, what an unexpected pleasure.” A poised, melodic voice drifted through the air.

gown a cascade of shimmering fabric

Lawrence.” It was Leanna, the wife of

“Your designs left quite the impression on me the last time we

composed. “That’s very kind of you to say,

undeniably bold,” Leanna mused, her gaze appraising. “I truly admire young

ᗰσ𝓇𝑒 υ𝐩𝓭𝑎𝓉𝑒𝓈 ι𝐧 ɢ𝒶𝐥𝓷𝑜𝐯𝑒𝓁𝓈.𝒸𝑜𝓂

politely. “Thank you, Mrs.

mind was elsewhere—on Noah. It was just a simple

the Ten Year Promise collection you designed so much,” Leanna continued, tilting her head slightly.

with a composed nod. “Of course, Mrs. Lawrence. It would be

under the golden glow of chandeliers, the hum of lively conversation

she quipped, “Why is Mr. Wall taking so

managed a forced smile. “I doubt it.

hand. “Let’s go check. Perhaps we can assist!” Her eyes sparkled with

Eva was