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

Chapter 802:

As the familiar dishes were placed on the table one by one, the room filled with a delightful aroma.

Sadie sighed to herself in relief. The dangerous line of their conversation had been successfully averted.

She smiled and picked up a piece of ham, placing it on Noah’s plate. She didn’t notice the flicker of disappointment in his eyes.

“You should try this, Mr. Noel. It’s the house specialty.” Sadie tried to keep her tone as light and calm as possible. Afraid that Noah would resume what the waitress had interrupted, she quickly shifted their discussion back to work. “By the way, have you gone over the documents Samuel sent over this afternoon? About the…”

“Piece of land in the east of the city? As I mentioned, it’s an ideal location—situated between the city and the suburbs. It’s easily accessible, and the land area is impressive. I think it’s worth considering.”

When she spoke, her tone had shifted, becoming brisk and businesslike.

up his fork and took a bite of the ham. The flavor was

bite

down, choosing not to dwell on it.

land will be taken into consideration. In fact, I’m leaving the bidding entirely in your hands,

land, was just about to continue when his words sank

would leave it

crucial for the Burgess Group’s operations, and yet, he was

That didn’t sit right.

you think it’s a bit inappropriate? After all, it’s

just

Ms. Hudson?” Noah suddenly interrupted. “Do