Mr billionaire's regret chasing his irresistible wife by Gabby Emmanuel

Chapter 176

No acknowledgement

(ARIELLE'S POV)

7pm, the Grand Imperial Hotel.

"You've got to pull yourself together," I said to myself, splashing cold water on my face.

The afternoon had passed in a blur-probably because my mind kept drifting.

Stephen had handled everything, and I arrived 20 minutes early. Now, I found myself here, stuck in this awkward limbo.

How hard could it be? Negotiate with dealers, help clients solve problems, assist blind dates, and maybe catch my ex-husband in the act?

"If I get through tonight, I'm buying a lottery ticket," I murmured, a bitter smile crossing my lips.

I checked the time again, then left the bathroom, taking a seat closer to the table with the sea view.

That's when I spotted Margaux, the young woman supposedly the Harrisons' granddaughter, waiting for her date.

She looked delicate, calm, almost ethereal in a beautiful blue dress-something straight out of a French film. She had this quiet, classical elegance about her. It was hard to believe she was the rebellious granddaughter the Harrisons had mentioned.

Her long, curly dark hair cascaded down her back, and I caught the glint of her bright blue eyes. She seemed irritated, though, her gaze sharp, as if she'd rather be anywhere else, and I couldn't blame her.

I continued to watch, glancing every so often at the entrance. What I only felt was an odd sense of anxiety, unsure if I was waiting for something to happen, or trying to avoid it.

All the memories of our recent fight, our past struggles-flashed in my mind. Six years of turmoil. I wasn't anyone to him anymore. Just his ex-wife. That's all.

Except for Maverick. I still needed to talk to him, explain why his father hadn't been around lately.

it go. I should allow him to let it

And then, he arrived.

Margaux's date.

throat as I watched him walk in-charming, tall, sophisticated in a black suit, his hair neatly styled. And his

It wasn't Jared.

not sure if how I felt, but I was sure of one

felt that way about him not being Jared, but I

relief was short-lived when I saw... Ashley

long to explain. This man was Ashley's boss-the one she often grumbled about, calling him a workaholic. I hadn't expected him to be so young and handsome,

seem too concerned with the man's appearance or personality. Instead, she quipped, "Do you bring your secretary on every date?" Her voice dripped with sarcasm, though

shot him an exasperated look, as if his confirmation was going to

I couldn't help but chuckle under my breath at the growing awkward tension.

arranged dates are so boring.

in my direction. "And what

boss turned to look at me. Ashley's

to seem rude by remaining seated, I stood up

"Hello..." I greeted awkwardly.

restaurant lady they can't stop talking about. These old fellows always worry about me. I'm only mad at you because-" she

spoke, his tone calm and controlled. "It's

say. Margaux's irritation flared, but Ashley quickly stepped

ourselves?" she

her voice bright, but it was

wasn't genuine.

But none of us refuted, and we agreed to the idea, the route of us officially exchanging

Harrison, your target tonight," she said with an amused glance in my direction before turning to the man. "And your guest, supposedly," she added, her voice polite, though the coldness in her eyes was hard

for a moment.

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