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?"

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

I

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

haven't actually spoken

I understand, Mr. Shaw is fully focused on locating Mr. Chen. He's been

matter."

lip, unsatisfied with his explanation but unwilling to

try to rest. I promise I'll contact you immediately

phone against my chest, eventually drifting into

me awake the next morning. My heart

in Europe only

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they played with the new toys she'd bought them,

'Why don't we step onto the terrace for a moment? the

Manhattan skyline stretching before us, I

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

can be. The time

did Sean tell you about his work in Europe?" she asked, studying

disappearance. "Just some company matters that needed his personal

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 him that he should pay more attention to his family. Good

the office," I

care of the children. Just make sure

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absence. Sean had apparently informed my staff that I was on a business trip to Europe, and