Regret Novel 74

Chapter 74

Charlotte was momentarily taken aback when the man finally arrived, late as ever.

Evander stopped in front of them, barely glancing at her before turning to Hiram. “I didn’t bring a proper gift, so consider this a substitute.”

He handed over an envelope.

It looked thin and light, but Charlotte knew there wasn’t cash inside. Whatever it was, it had to be worth far more.

Hiram declined, shaking his head. “No need, really. My birthday’s already over.”

Charlotte shot him a surprised look.

When did her little brother become so grown–up?

In the past, he’d never once turned down anything Evander gave him.

Since Hiram refused, Evander didn’t push it. “Alright. If you change your mind, let me know.”

Without warning, he grabbed Charlotte by the wrist and led her away before she could react.

Hiram watched them leave, his expression cold. His mind kept replaying the pictures and messages he’d received from a woman named Tricia.

His brother–in–law was having an affair.

No wonder his sister wanted a divorce.

would only hurt Charlotte,

his sister and Evander, he’d make

through town

ask why he’d broken his promise. It was as if she no longer cared enough to

turning to her. “I

stared at him for a few

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he… explaining himself to

That was rare.

shame, really. She didn’t care

She nodded. “Okay.”

watching her for what felt like half a minute. “You don’t have anything else

a busy man–I get

a faint smile, then

demeanor was distant, cool

saying nothing more. Only then did he notice a

Manor, Charlotte went straight to

the cigarette case in his hands before pulling out a cigarette and lighting up. After a moment, he picked up his phone and called Natalie. “Could you pass

“Of course, Mr. Howard.”

Charlotte slept in until half past ten. She remembered promising Jonathan she’d take him out to lunch, so after freshening up,

“Ma’am?”

in the

walked to the wine cabinet and retrieved a card, placing it

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