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."

walked away with

of the room, I heard her speaking plaintively to Ryan, "Ryan,

permission to come

Ryan's protection, she was met

Can't I come in? We used to sleep together when

kids!"

lowered my gaze, silently grateful that I

their banter, I walked towards the study. Coincidentally, Albert

hurry? Mr. William wants

"Alright."

had come or not,

severe as I

he waved

what my father used

a bit, and I sat down. "Grandpa, are you feeling okay?" +15

which meant

fine. I just needed to teach him a lesson and let Jessica know where she stands."

"I thought you might

have

"I didn't tell you..."

you well enough? Your heart is as soft as can be. Even a rabbit, when

felt

Grandpa's comforting words,