The Billionaire Husband's Betrayal by Nancii Agosto

Chapter 6: Claire’s POV

I sit up frantically. I must’ve fainted and that frightened me but what was even more frightening was where I was. I was in a hospital bed, and I heard a man speaking with the doctor just outside the door. It sounded as though they were talking about me. Just as I tuned into their conversation,

They come into the room.

The doctor introduces himself and asks how I’m feeling. I give a quick reply. I was more curious as to who he was talking to.

Just then I see the man who saved me walking in slowly, peaking around the corner before entering. It wasn’t Leo although I remember exactly who he is.

“What are you doing here?” I should’ve said ‘thank you’ or ‘hello’ but shock same first. It was Jordan Taylor. We had graduated Architectural school together although I hadn’t seen him in many years after he took a job opportunity abroad. He was famous in school for his innovation. Jordan was one of the only people I’ve ever considered a friend.

“Hey, I was out walking my dog Boomer when I saw you on the sidewalk. You turned pale so I ran to help you and brought you here. It’s nice to see you, Claire.” He says in a gentle smile as if a smile alone could break me into a billion pieces like glass.

“Last time I saw you – you were packing your bag and holding a one-way ticket to Europe. When did you come back?” I was happy to see him but confused and shocked that we’d meet again like this. I was always happy for Jordan’s success, but I didn’t think I’d ever see him back here.

can examine me once more

spare.” He turns to Jordan. “Your wife could have miscarried had you not brought her in as quickly as you did.” I see Jordan blush. Clearly the doctor was

husband. He’s just my friend.” I see what looks like disappointment on Jordan’s face. He didn’t know I was

would like to add that is very important you share this with your husband. This could have been serious. Signs of miscarriage during early pregnancy can bring many complications – some life-threatening. Your baby is okay now, but you need to be careful.” With that the doctor wishes his best, gives me his contact information for emergencies and leaves the room

and I feel my heart aching. He had abandoned me in a time of need once again. He didn’t stop the car, and he was

had fell in the bathroom and hurt my leg. I had called Leo urgently but was sent to voicemail as he was with Charlotte. I was alone so I had

have happened if Jordan hadn’t seen me today? Would I have miscarried, or would I have died? Having made it in time and hearing the doctor say that another moment longer and I would’ve lost the baby and potentially life – was devastating. It sent

home… or call your husband to come get

He would only humiliate me if I asked. He wouldn’t come to my rescue like he does for Charlotte.

I didn’t want to love and care for him anymore. It was one-sided and it was destroying me emotionally

I don’t want to be a bother. I’ll just call a taxi to take me home.” I say

whatever he was going to say didn’t need to be said at this

my own construction company and it’s home-based so I’m here permanently. You can call me at any time if there’s anything you need.” He hands me his business card. It was a beautiful metal

built a company and worked on previous projects whereas I became a housewife. I intended to continue working

success! You finally found

in my Company. We offer competitive salaries.” He was trying to convince me. He’ll be more than disappointed to hear my lack of success, and I was