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

Chapter 654:

“Oops!” Briley suddenly cried out, stumbling over a nonexistent object.

“Careful!” Alex reacted quickly, reaching out to steady her before she fell to the floor.

Briley took advantage of the opportunity and practically threw herself into his arms. “Thank you, sir,” she said in a soft voice.

Alex frowned slightly as he helped her stand up straight and took a few steps back, putting some distance between them. “Are you okay?”

Briley looked up at him, her eyes widening as if she had only just recognized him. “Oh! Mr. Howe.” Although she acted surprised, she couldn’t seem to help the way her eyes glinted with delight. “What brings you here?”

Alex narrowed his gaze, and his tone was more aloof when he asked, “Who might you be, Miss?”

The question made Briley bristle. “I can’t believe you’ve forgotten about me, Mr. Howe. We met at a charity gala. I offered a toast to you, and you even complimented me on my looks.”

point, Alex was scowling, and he made

be leaving now.” With that, he

thank you so

chance. “To express my gratitude, I’d like to ask

stopped in his tracks and glanced back at Briley. “There’s no need. It was a small thing.” His rejection was short but

her advances so succinctly. But she wasn’t about to give

however, the door to the restroom opened. Sadie walked

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for a week.

rushing to Alex’s side

sweet, and undeniably flirtatious. “I’ve heard you and Mr. Howe are acquainted, but I didn’t realize you

her head to the side and shot Briley a look of disdain. “Yes, we are close. Unlike you, I’ve known Mr. Howe

was sharp as she sized Briley

home. So what happened? Did you get