Hold My Tear, I’m Getting My Wife Back!

Chapter 31

On her way home from work, Leanne’s mind replayed the icy stare Curtis had given her that morning. She debated whether to apologize. After all, her words had been sharp.

But then, she remembered the deeper cuts he’d made, never once offering an apology for his stinging remarks.

“Forget it. It’s all gone. Apologize.” She thought inside.

With only a month left, she didn’t want to leave a legacy of awkwardness and silent

battles.

In matters of the heart, the one who loved more was often the one to compromise.

In the end, Leanne’s internal struggle was for naught. By eight o’clock, Curtis was still a no-show.

Recently, Laura had toned down her efforts, halving the portions, leaving Leanne to dine. alone in a spread fit for a dinner party, making her wonder why she was scrimping more than a hired help.

However, Laura was proactive, having witnessed the sparks flying between Leanne and Curtis the night before. Something might have happened if Leanne hadn’t received the abrupt call from the hospital.

Later, Jake had called to say Leanne had caught a cold, and Curtis had rushed to the hospital with a warm coat early in the morning.

couldn’t grasp the couple’s hot-and-cold relationship, she knew spats and make-up were part of married

offered, “Shall I

home for dinner?”

number. But her smile faded with the news. Curtis wouldn’t be returning that

wasn’t surprised, merely continuing her meal. “If he’s not coming, let him

at slipping locks, the cat appeared from nowhere, leaping

Leanne couldn’t resist.

out and the cat had been cooped up

the cat as she ate, picking at the dishes Laura had prepared, like steaks and fried fish, half

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Chapter 31

a restaurant with old-world charm, designed by a master architect to resemble a classical garden, complete with small bridges and a flowing stream,

at

even the evergreen trees showed signs

gracefully at the table,

restaurant manager shivered when Curtis entered, bringing a gust of cold air.

Curtis off with his coat as he casually took a seat. The restaurant manager presented him with a glass of

you need from me?” Curtis inquired.