Dear ex-Wife please be mine again

Chapter 73

Alexander POV

As I stepped out of the car, the cool evening breeze washed over me. The kids had dozed off on the ride back, their small faces peaceful in the backseat. Ethan stirred first, rubbing his eyes as Emma snuggled further into her seat. The soft glow from the hotel lights illuminated their sleepy expressions.

“Are we home?” Ethan mumbled, blinking up at me.

“Yeah, we’re back,” I said gently, opening the door to lift him out Emma followed, still clutching her stuffed rabbit, her small hand slipping into mine without a word.

Christiana had called earlier, sounding rushed. Something urgent came up with her work, clients demanding more from her. The gallery’s success was soaring, and while I admired her dedication, part of me hated how it pulled her away from the kids, from us.

“Is Mom back yet? Emma’s voice was quiet as we walked towards the suite.

“No,” I said, trying to keep my tone light. “She’s still at work, but she asked me to drop you off. The nanny will be here soon”

Ethan frowned up at me. “But why can’t you stay, Daddy?”

That was the thing I couldn’t just leave them here, not after today. Christiana was pushing herself too hard. The least I could do was be here for the kids, and maybe… maybe for her, if she’d let me.

I smiled, ruffling Ethan’s hair. “Don’t worry, buddy. I’m staying

The suite door clicked open, and I walked in with Ethan at my side, Emma trailing behind, her hand still in mine. The room) felt cold, untouched. Christiana’s scent lingered in the air; a mix of jasmine and something distinctly hers.

touch and took a deep breath. “Alright, how about we find something to do while we wait

watch cartoons?” Emma asked, her eyes

said, grabbing the

I caught sight of the files scattered across Christiana’s desk. Her phone charger was still plugged

The strain on her face when I saw her earlier in the day had been unmistakable. This wasn’t just business; it was something deeper, something she couldn’t shake. And yet, here I was, sitting on her couch, trying to fill a void that was

Emma’s voice pulled me out of

looked down at her, noticing how

she started. “She even hugged us But

I expected, and for a moment, didn’t know how to respond. I glanced at Ethan, who was staring up at me tag, waiting for

back on the couch “Well… your grandma’s a complicated person. She loves you both very much, and sometimes, she

why doesn’t she like Mom?” Ethan pressed, his blue eyes piercing

1/2

68%

18:09 Fri, Oct 18

Chapter 73

far more complicated than I could explain to a five–year–old. “She and your mom.. they had their differences. But that doesn’t mean she doesn’t care about your mom. People show love in

convinced. His little fists balled up as he crossed his arms. Grandma was mean before. And

Christiana had suffered more than anyone knew. “I know, buddy. But sometimes people hurt each other without meaning

head, her expression softening. “But why

the answer, wished I could undo every bit. of pain I’d caused Christiana in the

kids looked at me, their big eyes filled with