Dear ex-Wife please be mine again

Chapter 72

Alexander POV

Saturday morning dawned crisp and bright as I pulled up to the hotel, the familiar ache of anticipation fluttering in my chest. I hadn’t seen Christiana in two days, and despite the emotional turmoil we’d been through, I was determined to make this day count. I stepped out of the car, the cool air brushing against my skin, reminding me of the stakes involved.

As I entered the suite, 1 immediately sensed the tension. Christiana was on the phone, pacing back and forth with an intensity that spoke volumes. Her brow was furrowed, and for a moment, I just stood there, taking her in. The way her hair fell over her shoulders, the focused set of her jaw; it was a beautiful mess, but I could see the weight of her thoughts. “Mom, are we ready?” Ethan’s voice broke through my reverie, his little face lighting up as he saw me.

1 knelt to his level, matching his enthusiasm. “Ready to have some fun?”

“Yeah! Can we go to the park?” Emma piped in, her eyes sparkling.

Christiana ended her call and handed me the kids, her expression softening just a bit. “Bring them back before nightfall,” she instructed, but there was an edge to her tone, a hint of worry that made my chest tighten

“Don’t worry.” I assured her, meeting her gaze. “I’ll take good care of them.”

As they tugged at my arms, I noticed the slight tension in the air between us. I cleared my throat, feeling the weight of what had transpired two nights ago hang over us like a storm cloud. I wanted to bridge that could see she was still guarded.

1. to draw her back to me, but I

I reached into my bag and pulled out a small, exquisitely wrapped box, feeling hopeful. “I got you something,” I said, extending it toward her.

Her expression shifted to one of reluctance. “Alex, I-”

“Don’t say no yet!” Ethan chimed in, eyes wide. “It’s a present, Mom!”

Emma nodded vigorously, hands on her hips. “Yeah! You shouldn’t make a big deal out of it!”

Their enthusiasm was infectious, but Christiana’s face remained set in determination. “It’s too much, really,” she insisted, attempting to push the gift back toward me.

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I felt both disappointment and admiration watching the kids rally for me. “It’s just a small gesture. I thought you might like it,” I said, trying to keep my tone light

“Mom, please!” Ethan pleaded, his gaze filled with hope.

“Yeah, Mom! Just take it!” Emma added, her little voice firm.

Christiana sighed, the conflict evident on her face. “I appreciate, but I can’t accept it right now, I’m just… trying to figure things out

Watching her struggle to protect her heart was painful. “Alright, I said, putting the box back in my bag, a wave of frustration washing over me. “But I’m not going to stop trying”

The kids continued to chatter excitedly, pulling me into their world, but I couldn’t shake the feeling that Christiana was still keeping me at arm’s length. I admired her strength, but I wanted to break down those walls

As we prepared to leave, I glanced back at her, determined. “Just remember, I’m here. For you and for them.”

fleeting moment. I thought I saw a flicker of the connection we once

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back to her calls, leaving me feeling both

matter how small. I wouldn’t let my

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out in the air. Ethan and Emma bounced in their seats, eyes wide with excitement. I parked the car and turned to them, a

for some fun?” I asked, unbuckling

leaping out of the car before I could even open the door. I chuckled, shaking

park, the greenery enveloped us. I took a deep breath, relishing the moment…just me and my kids,

to the playground first?” Ethan asked, bouncing on the balls of

infectious, echoing in the crisp air. I followed them, my heart swelling

giggles ringing out as she soared higher. “Faster, Dad! I

if you promise not to fly away!” I laughed, giving her an

to the top of the jungle gym, his small frame determined. “Look at me, Dad!” he called, balancing triumphantly on

careful up there, champ!” I warned, instinctively taking a step closer. The protective

snapping pictures of the kids as they chased after ducks. “Say ‘cheese!” I called, capturing their

be a duck as she waddled around, making us

soaking in the sunny day I felt lighter, like the burdens of my life had momentarily faded away. Just being with them, seeing them so

a game now?” Ethan asked, eyes

the stadium nearby. Let’s head over,”

bubbled as we made our way to the stadium, and the atmosphere buzzed with energy. Fans in

the game kicked off. I leaned back, arms crossed, watching my kids

seat. I couldn’t help but

go!” Ethan shouted, mimicking the

I felt their happiness enveloping me, a warmth spreading through my chest. In those moments, I was just Alex,

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team won, the kids erupted in cheers, and I felt a sense of pride swell within

I promised, tousling his hair

smiles contagious, and for that fleeting moment, everything felt perfect. I couldn’t help but

in the air. Ethan and Emma chatted animatedly about their favorite moments, and I couldn’t help but smile at their infectious enthusiasm. The sun was starting to dip lower in the sky, putting a warm glow

you feel about visiting Grandma? She’s

a quick look with him. I remembered their last visit, Ethan had called her mean,

still.. you know, grumpy?” Ethan

but I think you two are brave enough to handle it Besides, I believe she’d really love to

up, her tone cheerful yet cautious. “We can be nice,

be nice,” Ethan agreed, his