My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 1068:

Satisfied that he had delivered the message he intended, Daxton didn’t try to stop them. “I really am sorry for what happened earlier,” he said smoothly. “I wasn’t paying attention while talking to Carrie. Luckily, no one got hurt. I’ll come by another time to apologize properly.”

Jacob forced a courteous smile that didn’t reach his eyes.

“You’re far too kind, Mr. Dury. I’ve still got a lot to learn,” said Daxton with a slight nod, though his mind was already elsewhere, chasing more personal intentions.

Once the Hinks couple disappeared down the hall, he made his way back to the corridor, where Carrie stood scanning the space like she was expecting someone. Her shoulders relaxed when she saw him coming, and a faint smile tugged at her lips.

Closing the distance in a few brisk steps, Daxton spoke up before she could say a word. “Jacob took Kelsey for a follow-up. Let’s leave here.”

Carrie let out a quiet breath, clearly relieved. The last thing she wanted was an awkward dinner invitation she couldn’t turn down.

“You’re in the

out a bundle of reports and handed

overreact.” She was more concerned that if her family found

for a second, Daxton’s expression shifted, guilt flickering in his eyes. “I should’ve done more. You’re the one who nearly got hurt, and you’re still covering for me. That’s

knowing what to say, Carrie just gave a half-smile

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think about catching a movie? This place is crawling with germs.

still feeling a little off. Maybe next time. I

it through. You’ve had a rough day. Get some rest,” said Daxton, nodding without a

how easily he accepted her answer, she felt a quiet comfort settle over her. Daxton always knew when to push and when to simply

on his phone, Daxton guided Carrie toward the hospital’s entrance