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

Chapter 550:

Embracing Averi tightly, Sadie whispered into his ear, “Averi, Mommy will always protect you. I’ll never leave you.” Her voice was both resolute and tender. This was her vow to Averi and to herself. No matter what challenges the future might bring, she was determined to face them courageously—for Averi and for her own sake.

Late into the night, Noah returned to the hospital. He entered the room silently and found Sadie and Averi asleep. Sadie clutched Averi close, her expression one of weary devotion.

A surge of affection washed over Noah. He approached the bed, seated himself quietly, and gazed at Sadie. His look was soft and intense, as if he were trying to capture and preserve her image forever.

He reached out to gently stroke Sadie’s cheek, savoring the softness of her skin. His touch was feather-light. He was careful not to disturb her sleep.

Meanwhile, at the Howe family’s villa, the atmosphere was tense and silent. In the darkness of his room, Alex sat by the window, the glow of his phone screen the only light, displaying the continuous flow of news. “Sadie was kidnapped…”

“Damn it!” he muttered, his frustration manifesting as he punched the wall.

He had never expected the situation to escalate so dramatically. Furthermore, he found it hard to believe that his father, whom he had always looked up to, could be involved in something so drastic.

“This can’t just be my father’s doing…” Alex mused, his brow furrowed in thought. “Aliza… She must have orchestrated this. No, I need to uncover the truth.”

With that resolve, Alex stood up abruptly. He couldn’t sit idly by; he felt compelled to act on Sadie’s behalf.

Alex took a deep breath, trying to steady his nerves. He started to replay recent events in his mind, attempting to connect the dots. He recalled his mother’s sudden disappearance, his father’s shifting demeanor, Aliza’s increasing presence, and those enigmatic phone calls.

Gradually, one clue linked to another in his mind. The more Alex pondered, the more alarmed and angry he became. It was hard to accept that the father he had trusted could become such a monstrous figure.

“I need to find proof.” Alex’s hands clenched into fists, his nails digging into his palms. He was determined to reveal his father’s and Aliza’s true natures and to obtain justice for Sadie.

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Alex quietly opened his door and stepped into the hallway. The hallway was deserted and unnervingly silent. His heart pounding, he tiptoed toward his father’s study, convinced it contained many secrets.

The door to the study was shut tight, making his heart beat even faster. He took a deep breath and gently pushed the door open. Inside, the room was enveloped in darkness, unlit and still. Guided by the meager moonlight, Alex felt his way forward.

He reached the desk and started rummaging through it.

“What are you doing, Alex?” A cold voice suddenly cut through the silence.

Alex froze, slowly turning around.

Terrance stood in the doorway, his expression dark and foreboding.

Alex was caught off guard; he hadn’t anticipated his father’s sudden appearance.

“I asked what you are doing,” Terrance’s voice grew louder, tinged with anger.

for a book to read,”

believe that?” He approached

investigating me?” Terrance’s tone was

responded emphatically,

by the collar and slammed him against the wall. “You think I don’t know what you’re up to? You think I’m unaware

Alex’s face blanched.

behave!” Terrance’s voice carried an unmistakable threat. “Or you’ll have

broke, and he confronted his father loudly. “Why did you kidnap Sadie? Why are you working with the Perry family?

actions.” His voice was icy and unforgiving.

suffering of others? Is it really worth sacrificing your

a trembling hand, intending to slap

you doing?” the family butler called out, his sudden presence

doorway, looking horrified as he processed the

“Get out!” Terrance roared.

butler flinched

Dad, be rational!” Alex pleaded when they were alone again. “You may think your plan is

Terrance barked at him. “You know

do know that you’ve been making mistake after mistake. I don’t want

to get

please, just stop!” Alex softened his tone slightly. “It’s not too late

“I won’t back down, no matter what!

Alex asked, utterly bewildered. “But why? Why do you have such a deep-seated hatred

father. It may not look

Alex echoed with a bitter

whatever you

quiet. He paused and gave his father a look of utter disappointment. “Somehow, you’ve become someone I

am still your father!

his head. “You’re

hands clenched

with one of determination. “I

you!” Terrance

Sadie,

Once again, Terrance was so overcome with rage that he could

the end, he called for

tall, burly men

back to his room and keep a close eye on him!” Terrance ordered. “No one is allowed near

responded in unison, stepping forward

go!” Alex tried to