Ex-husband’s Regret by Lean

Chapter 91

I smiled faintly. "As long as you're not like that, it's fine.

A hint of hurt flashed across his expression. "Am I really that bad in your eyes?"

"It could be worse. Those who abuse, do drugs, gamble-they're much worse than you."

"Charlotte," he said, his face darkening. Just as he was about to speak, there was a knock on the door.

Accompanied by Jessica's clear voice, "Ryan, I'm coming in."

Before anyone could respond, the door clicked open and she walked in.

"Ryan, I'm here to help you with..."

Her voice trailed off as soon as she saw me, her smile freezing on her face.

I spoke calmly, "I'll leave first."

"Charlotte."

Jessica spoke with an air of cordiality, "Since we're getting divorced, we should maintain that appearance. Don't misunderstand, I'm just worried that malicious gossip might tarnish your reputation." "You're announcing our divorce personally before the state even issues us the divorce certificate?"

I couldn't resist adding casually, "My reputation, no matter how bad, still isn't on par with yours."

I walked away with

step out of the room, I heard her speaking plaintively to Ryan,

you permission

of receiving Ryan's protection, she was met with a

come in? We used

kids!"

my gaze, silently grateful that I had

I walked towards the study. Coincidentally, Albert met me

hurry? Mr. William wants

"Alright."

come or not,

as severe as

me come in, he waved kindly, "Little girl, come

my father

I sat down.

severe, which

I just needed to teach him

took the tea and smiled, "I thought you might be angry

have

"I didn't tell you..."

Your heart is as soft as can be. Even a rabbit, when cornered, will bite." Grandpa's words

felt

in check. But with Grandpa's comforting words, that tension inside me