I Never Regretted Leaving You (Can't Win Me Back)

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One of Nathan’s friends patted him on the shoulder and teased, “Nathan, you’d better bring Isabella back soon. If one day she returns pregnant and asks for a divorce, you’ll have no choice but to cry.”

“Also, if the famous Nattan gets dumped by Isabella, it’d be a real blow to your reputation.”

Grinding his teeth, Nathan muttered, “She wouldn’t dare…”

Ultimately, perhaps pressured by the impending company gala, Nathan chose to compromise.

“Noah, book me a flight to the U.S. And buy some gifts for my wife,” he instructed.

His assistant’s expression was hard to read. “Yes, sir.”

The next day.

Nathan boarded a flight to the U.S., carrying a ragdoll cat as a gift his assistant had purchased.

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He had finally decided to personally bring Isabella back home.

He thought to himself, *This trip will make up for the months l‘ ve ignored her. When I arrive, I’ll coax her a little, and she’ll happily follow me back.*

Nathan went to the Smiths‘ house. Six months ago, he had. tasked his assistant with finding a reliable family to help care for his unfamiliar, timid young wife.

But when Nathan eagerly knocked on the Smiths‘ door and explained his purpose, their confused expressions immediately doused his excitement.

“Isabella!” Nathan called into the house.

He thought she’d rush out joyfully to greet him as soon as she heard his voice.

However, contrary to his expectations, Mr. and Mrs. Smith met him with a firm response.

“Mr. Hill, please lower your voice. You’ll disturb the neighbors.”

“Mr. Smith, I’m Isabella’s husband. I’m here to take her home. Please let her know I’m here…”

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their reply was an even colder splash of water to his face.

Miss Isabella never came

Nathan was stunned.

didn’t come

he realized Isabella’s decision to sever ties with him six months ago wasn’t just a passing fit of

string had snapped, Isabella had slipped from

bid

Mr. Smith called after him, offering a

in California. Her body was never claimed and was eventually handled by the federal authorities.

paler, and his voice softened. “Thank you. I’ll look into

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federal office, Nathan explained his

“You’re too late. What

deceased now. However, based on the autopsy report, we can share some details:

no idea if Isabella had ever owned a red

handle things? That might

staff member looked at him as if he were an idiot.

you really cared about your wife, you wouldn’t have waited six months after her death to find out she was missing. Honestly, if she’s your wife, she probably wouldn’t want to be found by someone like you.”

if Nathan had been plunged into

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member’s words struck him like a hammer: *If your truly cared, you wouldn’t have

legs trembling, as mocking voices

wonder his wife wouldn’t want anything to

felt an overwhelming sense

failed her, deeply and

“Isabella, I’m sorry…”

“Where are you?”

in Milan, Isabella’s life was filled

teacher called her into the office to

into the 24th Global Fashion Festival’s Newcomer Competition. Prepare

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of achieving something

wasn’t a definitive career–making event, it was a stepping stone. Winners could apprentice under industry giants, including the legendary fashion maestro, Jasmine.

in luxury fashion design; she was also a philanthropist and one

women.

had met Jasmine once before.