Regretting the Wife He Threw Away

Chapter 129

Briony sent a generous digital bonus to the company group chat, and when Hannah snagged the biggest share, she cheered out loud with delight.

"Let's clock out early today and have dinner together-my treat!" Briony announced as she stepped out of her office, smiling at everyone.

"Briony, you're the best!" Hannah jumped up from her desk and made a beeline for Briony, arms outstretched for a dramatic hug-

James's eyes widened. He quickly stepped in front of Briony, holding out a hand in warning, "Hey now, let's not get too excited!"

Hannah stopped short, giving James a puzzled look. "Mr. Delaney, are you... declaring your territory?"

James hesitated. The truth was, he was just worried that Hannah's enthusiasm might accidentally hurt his goddaughter. But Briony's pregnancy was still top secret-absolutely no one could know.

So, James decided to just roll with it.

"That's right! You heard me I'm Briony's official bodyguard now!" he said with great seriousness, waving Hannah off. "You better watch yourself. Sure, you're a girl, but our Bryn's got universal charm-no one's immune! So do us all a favor and keep your distance."

Hannah just stared at him, speechless.

Briony could tell James was only worried Hannah might bump into her belly. She personally thought he was being a little over the top, but since he was just looking out for her as the baby's godfather, she didn't argue.

nothing, Hannah took her

between

couldn't resist joining in on

accounting whistled, "Wow, Mr. Delaney, that was a pretty

Keep it up. Maybe you'll

resident jokester, still spoke with a heavy Cantonese accent despite being over fifty. "James,

feel a little embarrassed. He rubbed the tip of his nose, his gaze darting away as

awkwardness just made everyone laugh

up and

Is he blushing?

walked

to enjoy special holidays, pets

opened a can of dog

snuggled into her palm, tail wagging with glee.

understood, the puppy barked softly in thanks and dove into

puppy savor its treat, gently stroking its head, her eyes crinkled in

and

handed a paper