Lost Me Gained Regret

But, there were plenty who felt a pang of regret.

My mom was famously blessed by the heavens with acting talent, known far and wide for her role as a supporting actress back in the day.

She garnered a lot of goodwill.

Many fans had waited years for news of her comeback, only to be disappointed by her decision to step away from the limelight again. They'd always hoped she'd return to the screen. And it wasn't as if she couldn't. Her injuries had healed well enough; nothing that would hinder her acting or making public appearances.

But she just didn't want to be in the public eye anymore.

"I'm looking for a change of pace. I've been handing off business matters to Ivy, looking to spend more time with you and Mira," she told me.

...

Christine was busy booking a venue for Jane's birthday and Mira's christening.

The place she found had a unique feature a main hall connected to a smaller one.

Perfect for a big crowd, with everyone able to see the proceedings from the smaller room as well.

Just as she was about to put down a deposit, her phone rang. It was Gregory.

"What?! Okay, scratch that plan. How about we find a nice patch of grass instead? We can invite as many people as we want then."

"An outdoor bash would be perfect, especially since it's not too hot out."

"A bit chilly, maybe, but that's nothing a few drinks can't fix," she mused.

trusted Christine to handle the venue. His only request was, "Don't spill

assured him, "I might be quick to speak, but I can keep a secret

Gregory turned to

...

when I heard someone at the elevator. I got up to open

being this attentive is kind

a look. "Then don't

wrapping an arm around me as we walked back in.

prefer I always

Gregory

"Either

cheek p y

a cold look

and

came

"Missed daddy?"

on

her gently. "Looks like you're just like your mom-a

I glared at him.

me and started peeling shrimp for

some

respond when he leaned in, his voice

my darling wife

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