Lost Me Gained Regret

Chapter 251

“He’s Margaret’s ex–husband,” Bryant caught my puzzled look and explained in a low voice, “It’s time she leamed her lesson

Suddenly, it clicked for me.

Previously, since Timothy wasn’t fond of her, Margaret’s attendance at the Ferguson family dinners was a testament to her shameless audacity. Thus, I had never encountered her ex–husband. Employing a taste of her own medicine, even if word got out, people would likely chalk it up to a dramatic breakup scene,

I wasn’t one to start trouble, but I wouldn’t back down if someone were gunning for

Noticing me lost in thought, Bryant ruffled my hair gently. “You okay? Any injuries?”

I shook my head. “No, I’m fine”

1. me.

But the memory of what happened in that room made me shiver, my hands trembling. I saw concern in Bryant’s deep gaze that I hadn’t noticed before.

He held me close with utmost patience, stroking my back gently and soothing. “It’s okay. I’m here for you.”

while, I felt a bit better, regained some

was genuinely surprised.

unexpected. After that twisted accusation, I thought Bryant would doubt me again, just like what he

have I

out, “Mark”

the driver to head to the River

leaving but followed me upstairs. And he entered

raised an eyebrow. “Bryant, this is my home.”

He sighed, “I’ll leave once you’re feeling

protest any further and headed straight

forcefully shook them away, reminding myself I was safe at home

came

before

making sure you’re

but perhaps due to the lingering effects of the drug and

dryer from me, awkwardly but gently drying my hair.

actions, his voice gentle, “Is it okay? Not too hot?”

had longed for so many