Ex-Husband’s Love Dilemma

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Cassandra went quiet for what felt like ages after putting down the phone. It wasn’t until Orlando came back to the bedroom that she pulled herself together.

Simultaneously, Michael departed from the hospital, clutching his prescribed medicines. All warmth deserted his handsome face.

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In the car, the assistant turned to Michael and asked, “Heading home, Mr. Collins?”

Michael let out a hum, closed his eyes, and sank back into the seat.

The journey back to his condominium, conveniently close to the office, unfolded in silence. Dismissing the medicines, he swiftly headed for the bathroom to take a shower.

Cassandra’s words, creating distance between them, echoed in Michael’s ears. It was just impossible for him to be completely emotionless about it all.

He wasn’t blind to Cassandra’s sensible stance. In fact, it was her clear understanding of her desires and

boundaries that attracted him to her in the first place.

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Even if she spelled it out for him, his feelings for her weren’t likely to shift.

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Otherwise, he wouldn’t have stuck around all these years.

With a resigned sigh, he muttered to himself, “Cassie, you’re truly being harsh on me.”

Freshly showered and wrapped in his robe, Michael emerged from the bathroom. To his surprise, a woman had entered unnoticed at some point, now lounging on the couch and engrossed in her phone.

His face scrunched up as he questioned, “What’s the reason for this surprise visit? Didn’t I emphasize the need to stay away at this time? Are you aware he’s growing suspicious?”

The woman, possessing a visage that could launch a thousand ships and a voice as soothing as a babbling brook, replied, “I understand. I opted for the scenic route. No one will notice. You can relax.”

softened a bit, but he warned, “Even if nobody notices, don’t let your guard down, and don’t push your luck. If we’re busted, all our

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the way, how’d you end up with that cut on your face? What happened?” Noticing the injury, the woman rose from the couch and approached

concern.

nothing,” Michael responded nonchalantly.

me?” the woman questioned.

had a minor clash with Orlando,”

asked

it because of Cassandra?” the woman continued

“It

What is it about Cassandra that draws you in? Why risk our mission for her? Can’t we just include her

enough,” Michael snapped. “I’ve said it before, what we’re doing has nothing to do with Cassandra. My relationship with her is irrelevant to our goals. If

room for disagreement. The woman reluctantly conceded, “I get it. I’ll. follow your

getting late. You should head back. Don’t bother dropping

Michael said.

now,”

the door, keeping an eye on her as she entered the elevator before closing

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come searching for me on your own. If there’s something, I’ll reach

“ok,” and only then did he finally set his phone aside, feeling reassured.

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by Michael’s actions, Orlando began making it a daily routine to personally pick up Cassandra, as long as his schedule allowed. On the days he couldn’t manage it, he made sure either Taylor or a

first. “You don’t need to

our marriage again,” he declared with an air of

aware of Orlando’s actions, especially observing Cassandra’s lack of resistance, Michael couldn’t help but ask,

just have too much free time,” Cassandra explained.

“Cassie, is he stopping us from talking? If so, just tell me, and I’ll keep my distance to avoid causing you any trouble.”

you’ve misunderstood,” Cassandra

get you, I know

replied, “Michael, you’ve got it all wrong. I’m not a toddler. I’ve got my own judgment. And, between us, keeping a bit of distance is kind of necessary. Getting too chummy

chuckled. “So, are you matchmaking for me now?”

said solemnly, “I’m just saying, in theory. You can’t stay single forever,