Regretting the Wife He Threw Away

Chapter 247

"Is there something you want to say to me?"

"Yes." Briony reached into her purse and pulled out a card, sliding it across the table toward Cedric Clarke. "There's a hundred thousand in here."

Cedric glanced at the bank card, brow furrowing. "What's this for?"

"Star might not remember me anymore, but I'm still her sister. This is just a little something from me. Please, keep it for her."

He didn't take the card, studying her instead. "Are you planning to leave Northborough?"

Briony nodded.

"Have you finalized your divorce from Stewart?"

"No," she replied evenly. "And since you already know about the pregnancy, I'l

just be honest. I want to have the baby first. When two years are up-or if Stewart changes his mind before then—I'll come back and settle the divorce."

Cedric's frown deepened. "And if Stewart refuses?"

hand over her stomach. "I

Cedric sighed, pressing his lips together. "Stewart's my brother, but even I know you've been through hell in this marriage. I won't

from Stewart." Briony looked him in the eye. "I trust your character, Dr. Clarke. So if Star chooses you, I hope you'll never let her

Cedric replied

Star end up together, consider it my wedding gift to her. Just find a reason to give it to her when the

the money. Don't worry

insisted, her tone gentle but firm. "It would put me at ease." Cedric relented, a hint of resignation in his voice. "Alright. I'll hold onto it for now." Briony stood.

you sure you don't want to go up and see her? If she hadn't lost

her lips together,

really did want to

the accident, she hadn't truly seen her,

this-I'll take her for a walk in the little park out back.

"What about Mrs. Joyner...?"

assured her. "I'll handle

nodded, relief mixing

wanted to see Stella

knew if she'd ever get the chance