The Secret Pregnancy of the Billionaire's Ex-Wife

Chapter 219

The Secret Pregnancy of the Billionaire's Ex-Wife

Chapter 219: The Unexpected Call

Angela Pov

Midnight had settled over New York as I sat on the edge of my bed, phone in hand.

My finger hovered over Sean's contact information. Sighing, I clicked the red button, canceling the call before it could connect.

I reasoned with myself that Sean was probably busy searching for David or handling some aspect of the Christopher situation. Better to wait until he had time to properly talk.

In the bathroom, steam swirled around me as I showered, but even here, my eyes kept drifting to my phone resting on the counter.

For nearly an hour after, I sat wrapped in a towel, checking for notifications every few minutes.

"This is ridiculous," I muttered, vigorously towel-drying my hair while still glancing at the silent device.

Even after sliding beneath the cool sheets, my mind refused to quiet

Why was I so worried? Sean was more than capable of handling himself. He had resources, security teams, and years of experience navigating difficult situations.

Yet something felt wrong-a persistent unease I couldn't shake.

After another restless hour, I gave up and called Thomas Smith.

"Mrs. Wilson?" His voice was thick with sleep. "Do you need something?"

you?" "It's fine," he assured me, clearing his throat. "As Mr. Shaw's assistant, I'm

I tried to keep

answering. "I spoke with Mr. Shaw's security team in Europe this morning. They reported everything

sank. "So you haven't actually spoken to Sean

is fully focused on locating Mr. Chen. He's been quite... preoccupied with

matter."

lip, unsatisfied with his explanation but unwilling to push further.

softened, "please try to rest. I

phone against my chest, eventually drifting into an

jolted me awake the next morning. My heart raced as I

in Europe only intensified with

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the new toys she'd bought them, Keeing

step onto the terrace for a moment? the suggested, smoothly rising

skyline stretching before us, I turned to her. Have you

"Not since we arrived in New York. Why do you ask? "I'm worried. He hasn't

hand gently. "Angela, you know how business trip can be. The time difference alone makes communication

his

tensed, unwilling to reveal the truth about Christopher's kidnapping and David's disappearance. "Just some company matters that needed

satisfied with my explanation. "Don't worry too much. Sean has always been capable of handling difficult situations. Once he completes his business, he'll contact you Though I must say," she added with a small smile, I'll remind

office,"

children. Just

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normal despite my week- long absence. Sean had apparently informed my staff that I was on a business trip to Europe, and