My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 470:

Carrie opened her mouth to decline, but Camille interjected quickly, “Of course, we’ll be there. And we’ll bring our partners. Let’s hope your mature man doesn’t chicken out of attending something so public!”

Ailyn sneered, slinging her handbag over her shoulder. “Oh, he’ll be there! Unlike some people’s insignificant husbands, mine commands respect. And Carrie, if you’re tired of being married to a useless man, let me know. Cory can introduce you to someone who matters.”

With that parting shot, Ailyn glanced disdainfully around the shop and declared, “Honestly, nothing here is worth my time. I won’t be back.”

Camille turned to Carrie. “You have to bring Kristopher. I want to see the look on Cory’s face when he realizes the ‘insignificant employee’ is anything but.”

Carrie stared down at her coffee cup, the latte art now nothing more than a swirling mess. Her thoughts felt just as blurred. It wasn’t that she doubted Kristopher would attend. The issue was the growing instability in their relationship. With so much tension, playing the role of a high-profile couple could do more harm than good.

Just as Kristopher was finishing up at the office and thinking of inviting Carrie to dinner, his phone interrupted his plans by ringing. The caller ID showed it was Lise.

laced with a teasing tone, saying, “Kristopher, I’m out

the hospital? Where’s Elva?” Kristopher inquired, a sense of concern evident

“Please, don’t let Elva know. She was at the office today, and I slipped away. The meals at the hospital are

Kristopher momentarily disoriented, as the youthful voice on the line

you are. I’m on my way,” Kristopher said briskly before ending the call. He glanced at the screen and saw Carrie’s contact still displayed. He promptly closed the contacts app and

pieces; her natural elegance made each outfit stand out, though she felt the process was

material interwoven with silver threads creating a galaxy pattern. Recalling Kristopher’s fondness for thoughtful presents, she handed the tie to the shopkeeper. “Could you giftwrap this

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