Regretting the Wife He Threw Away

Chapter 106

"Woof woof!" The golden retriever puppy barked eagerly in response.

James chimed in with a grin, "Honestly, I think 'Woof Woof' is kind of a cute name!"

The puppy turned to James and let out a whimper, sounding adorably aggrieved.

James's eyes widened in surprise. "No way, did it just understand me?"

"Golden retrievers are really smart," Briony replied, smiling. “I think he just doesn't like your name. He probably prefers 'Lucky'."

"Woof woof!" the puppy barked again, clearly in agreement.

Watching the puppy respond to Briony's every word, James shook his head in mock defeat. "Alright, I give up! You really are his chosen human."

For the first time in days, Briony's lifeless eyes brightened, just a little, as she looked at the puppy.

She was about to let the puppy out when a familiar voice suddenly echoed from outside

"Mom!"

Briony froze in place.

been left ajar, and

again, running toward her with a

expression calm as she watched Irwin approach. He wore a knitted beanie, his cheeks rosy and lively-clearly, he was

shoving a hand into his pocket and muttering under his breath, “Why is

sharp gaze narrowing slightly

of Briony, beaming with excitement as he lifted the carrier high.

Briony was taken aback.

was giving her

never been much of a cat person, but knowing this was a gift from Irwin, she couldn't help but feel a

his innocent, hopeful face, she couldn't resist

woman loves cute little animals like

that, Briony's brow furrowed, and the faint spark of hope in her chest quickly

said Grandma Julia isn't here anymore, so you must be really lonely. She told me a kitten can keep you company instead of Grandma Julia.

replace Grandma Julia❞—stabbed

in check. Her