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.”

don’t let your guard down, and don’t push your luck. If we’re busted, all our careful planning goes down the drain,

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that cut on your face? What happened?” Noticing the

concern.

Michael

you trust me?” the woman

minor clash with Orlando,” Michael

asked

the woman continued before Michael

brow and responded, “It has nothing

cause a clash with Orlando? I don’t get it. What is it about Cassandra that draws you in? Why risk our mission for her? Can’t we

to do with Cassandra. My relationship with her is irrelevant to our goals. If you won’t even listen to me, then what’s the point of continuing?”

no room for disagreement. The woman reluctantly conceded, “I get it. I’ll.

late. You should head back. Don’t bother dropping by unless it’s something

Michael said.

leave now,” the

walked her to the door, keeping an eye on

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[Remember my words. Don’t come searching for me

with a simple “ok,” and only then did he finally set his phone

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daily routine to personally pick up Cassandra, as long as his schedule allowed. On the

at first. “You don’t need to monitor

doing it for your safety. I don’t want anything to happen that could harm our marriage again,” he declared with an air of

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

he might just have too much

recently. Unable to hold back, he asked, “Cassie, is he stopping us from talking? If so, just tell me, and

misunderstood,” Cassandra replied.

days? Cassie, I get you, I know your thoughts. Has Orlando said something to you?” Michael stared right into her eyes.

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 can lead to

chuckled. “So, are you

theory.