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?"

I'll take legal action," Briony said, absently brushing her hand over her stomach. "I know suing Stewart won't be easy, but I have to

pressing his lips together. "Stewart's my brother, but even I know you've been through hell in this marriage. I won't be the one to betray your trust. Since you've made up your mind, I wish you all the best. If you need anything, call me. I'll help

plenty by keeping this from Stewart." Briony looked him in the eye. "I trust your character, Dr. Clarke.

won't," Cedric replied

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

Don't worry about Star. I'll

would put me at ease." Cedric relented, a hint of resignation in his voice. "Alright. I'll hold onto it

rose with her. "Are you sure you don't want to go up and see

her lips together, her

really did want

she hadn't truly

seemed to sense her hesitation. After a moment's thought, he suggested, "How about this-I'll take her for a walk in

"What about Mrs. Joyner...?"

worry," Cedric assured her. "I'll

nodded, relief mixing with

to see Stella one

ever get the chance