Trapped with My Billionaire Ex-Husband by Mariya Mercedes

Chapter 27

Chapter 27
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Sebastian’s question lingered in the air as I tried to gather my thoughts. Home didn’t seem like the right destination, not with the emotional turmoil swirling within me. Yet the idea of going somewhere else felt like an uncertain leap into the unknown. Sebastian’s presence beside me provided a reassuring anchor as I grappled with the overwhelming emotions.
“Thank you for being here,” I whispered, my voice betraying the fragility of my
emotions.
A soft smile played on Sebastian’s lips as he reached for my face, his touch gentle as he caressed my cheeks. “I’m always here with you, sweetheart. Cry as much as you want. And when you’re done, I’ll be here waiting for you while offering you ice cream.”
I couldn’t help but tease him, “Where’s the ice cream?”
He chuckled, going along with my teasing. “Shoot! I don’t have one. Come on, you one,” he suggested, the warmth of his smile infectious.
let’s get
As he started the engine and began to drive, I couldn’t help but chuckle at his playful demeanor. The destination remained a mystery, but it hardly mattered. The distance. from those who had betrayed me was enough solace, and having Sebastian by my side made the journey more bearable. The car moved forward, carrying us away from the shadows of betrayal and towards a place where the weight of the past could momentarily fade.
In the car’s quiet cocoon, I allowed myself to let go, the tears streaming down my cheeks a cathartic release. Sebastian’s presence beside me and his silent support spoke volumes. It was a reassurance that I wasn’t facing this pain alone and that someone cared enough to be there during my darkest moments.
As we drove, the city lights blurred into streaks of color, a metaphor for the emotions that painted my heart. The subtle hum of the engine and the rhythmic flow of the road. beneath us provided a comforting backdrop to the tumult within. I found solace in the shared silence and in the unspoken understanding that existed between us.

Eventually, the car came to a gentle stop. I looked around, not recognizing the place. Sebastian turned to me with a mischievous glint in his eyes. “Ice cream shop just around the corner. What flavor do you feel like having
His playful enthusiasm lifted my spirits. “Surprise me,” I replied with a genuine smile.
We stepped out of the car and walked hand in hand toward the inviting glow of the ice cream shop. The bell chimed as we entered, and the sweet aroma of various flavors.
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filled the air. It was a small haven of sweetness in the midst of life’s complexities.
Sebastian, true to his word, selected an assortment of flavors, creating a vibrant mosaic. of scoops in a cone. We found a cozy corner and indulged in the simple pleasure of ice cream, each bite a distraction from the weight of recent revelations. The laughter that followed, genuine and unrestrained, echoed through the small shop, a testament to the resilience found in shared moments of joy.
As we sat there, savoring the sweetness that life still had to offer, I realized that healing was a gradual process. The road ahead might be uncertain, but with Sebastian by my side and the simple joy of an ice cream cone, I felt a glimmer of hope flicker in the darkness. The journey towards rebuilding and finding peace had just begun, but for now, in that quaint ice cream shop, I found solace in the present moment and the promise of a brighter tomorrow.
The air was filled with the lightness of laughter and the warmth of shared moments as Sebastian and I found solace in our conversation. The quaint ice cream shop became at haven, shielding us from the weight of recent revelations. But, as they say, good things always come to an end.
His pocket emitted a familiar ring, and Sebastian, with a subtle shift in expression, retrieved his phone. I couldn’t help but notice the change in his demeanor-a subtle transformation from the carefree laughter to a more composed and guarded state.
“Who is it?” My curiosity got the better of me, and the question slipped out before I could gauge its impact.
Sebastian’s gaze momentarily shifted to his phone, a fleeting acknowledgment of the caller’s identity. “It’s your stepmother,” he replied, slipping the phone back into hist pocket.
The revelation hung in the air, a subtle tension weaving its way into the cozy ambiance. of the ice cream shop. I couldn’t shake the feeling that the intrusion of my stepmother into our moment of respite was no mere coincidence. The complexities of our intertwined pasts seemed to rear their heads, threatening to disrupt the fragile peace we had found.
“Aren’t you going to answer it?” I ventured, my voice betraying a mixture of curiosity and apprehension.
Sebastian’s response was measured, his gaze meeting mine as if seeking my guidance. “Do you want me to?” he countered, leaving the decision hanging in the air.
His question caught me off guard, leaving me momentarily speechless. The idea of him answering the call stirred a complex blend of emotions within me. There was a part of me that wanted to confront the looming presence of my stepmother and face the complexities that lingered between us. Yet there was also a deep-seated hesitation, a
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fear of reopening wounds that might still be raw.
“I don’t know,” I admitted, the uncertainty echoing in my voice.
Sebastian nodded, his understanding gaze offering reassurance. I’ll do whatever you’re comfortable with,” he assured me.
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