Cold husband burning regret

Chapter 63

Regret Novel 63

Chapter 63

Thinking about all this, Tricia felt a deep unease settle in her chest. The more she examined the details, the more fear gnawed at her–fear that Evander truly didn’t care about her anymore.

If Evander withdrew his protection, she knew she’d inevitably fall back into “that person’s” hands.

And she’d rather do anything than ever go back to him.

Charlotte made her way to the dean’s office, knocked politely, and only entered when she heard permission.

Dean Chase set his papers aside and looked up. “Lottie, was it you who called in that report about Director Fontaine?”

He had guessed as much during the staff meeting earlier that day, when the incident was brought up.

Charlotte didn’t deny it. “Yes, it was me.”

He sighed, his tone heavy with concern. “You weren’t thinking, kid. Director Fontaine’s brother–in–law is the City’s Commissioner of Revenue. If this gets back to him, you know as well as I do he won’t let it go quietly.”

Charlotte understood he was looking out for her. Out in the real world, degrees and skills were only part of the equation. Connections, favors, and background

mattered just as much–if not more.

full of talented doctors–plenty more capable than Director Fontaine. But without that family tie,

job.

doors. If it weren’t for the

weeks left here,” Charlotte said softly. “Once

Chase looked at her, exasperated. “Six weeks is still a long

cup of tea. “Don’t worry, Dean.

09:48

After she left, De

nearly at

hadn’t managed to accomplish in his youth–maybe Charlotte could achieve them for

find Evander sitting at her desk flipping through a stack of

hand, she spotted two folders–one

“Mr. Howard, what are

not bothering to keep flipping. “What’s this

her computer on, her unfinished

draft she

evenly, stepping

with a look.

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