Cold husband burning regret

Regret Novel 16

Chapter 16

Lana laughed, her voice warm with praise. “It’s Mr. Howard in the kitchen this morning! I never would’ve guessed he’s such a talented cook. Mrs. Howard, you really are lucky!”

Charlotte gazed at Evander’s back as he moved around the kitchen, a tangle of emotions tightening in her chest.

She’d only learned about Evander’s cooking skills from Genevieve Howard, his cousin. Like the rest of the Howard family, Genevieve had never cared for Charlotte. She knew all about Evander’s history with Tricia–and made a point of reminding Charlotte at every opportunity, relishing the chance to compare the two women, bragging about how deeply Evander had once loved Tricia.

Evander had learned to cook for Tricia, not her. He’d never bothered to cook for his own wife. But for Tricia, he’d made the effort.

And now, out of the blue, he was making breakfast. For her.

Charlotte’s heart twisted painfully. She didn’t understand it. For years, he’d been cold and distant, barely acknowledging her existence. But lately, he seemed…different. Was he trying to leave her with a good impression? Was there something he regretted?

Evander brought two plates to the table. “You’re up?” he asked, placing breakfast before her.

It was lasagna–rich, layered, and golden.

He slid her plate closer before taking his seat. “I just made something simple. It’s sweet, you might like it.”

Lana helped her with her chair, and Charlotte sat down, eyeing the meal. She’d never liked sweet dishes; he’d just never bothered to notice.

Never mind, she thought. They were bound for divorce soon anyway.

2018

Charlotte replied politely,

eyes narrowed as he

Howard, Mr. Howard really dotes

on her? Charlotte’s expression stiffened. If this was affection, she

up his knife and fork, eating with practiced elegance. “My wife works hard,” he said smoothly, “it’s only right that I take care of her

Charlotte said nothing.

the world’s most perfect husband. Men like him were a

up, only Charlotte and Evander

Lana–after all, Lana was the only person besides the Howards who knew about their marriage. And with Evander’s pride, he’d never let anyone find fault with

left a bitter

Finally, Evander dabbed his mouth with a napkin and said evenly, “There’s a

stared at him, stunned. “You

medical event in the country. All the department

arranged for her to be

wanted Charlotte to bring Tricia to the event?

his eyes cool. “What, you

someone else,” she replied,

darkened. “I know you have issues with her, but

asked, “Evander, is this

didn’t deny it. “And if

she thought bitterly. But what