Win My Forsaken Ex-wife Back (Charlotte and Arthur)

Chapter 256 Relieving Her Feelings

Charlotte’s sobs suddenly hitched, and before she knew it, she was hiccupping uncontrollably. Her face flushed bright red with embarrassment as she clung to Ava, not letting go.

Even though they hadn’t seen each other in five years, the moment their arms met, the old, familiar warmth swept over her. Ava smelled like sun–dried warmth, mixed with the faint scent of hospital disinfectant.

Charlotte missed this so much.

Standing quietly to the side, Pete watched the scene unfold. He could tell that Charlotte’s tears weren’t just from missing Ava. Her sobs were full of frustration, regret, and years of repressed emotion finally breaking free.

He handed her a tissue.

“Thanks,” Charlotte murmured, her voice muffled.

Ava’s gaze softened as she looked at Charlotte’s swollen, tear–streaked face. Sighing, she said, “You little brat, is it only when something happens to me that you show up? Do I even still matter to you?”

Charlotte immediately shook her head. “No, Grandma, it’s not like that. I’m sorry.”

Though she scolded her, Ava’s smile betrayed her true feelings. She gently wiped the tears from Charlotte’s face and said,

Chapfer 256 Relieving Her Feelings Why didn’t you bring him to see me?”

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She took Ava’s hand in both of hers. “I can’t bring him. What if you don’t like me anymore when you meet him?”

her eyes. “What kind of silly talk is that? Are

her voice muffled as she pouted, “I don’t

safe place where she could throw caution to the wind, act

the back. “You’re married now, and you’re still acting like a kid? Pete’s right here. Aren’t you worried he’ll laugh at you?”

trying to compose

its pollen would make great incense. Once I’m up and about, I’m going to get

sighed, exasperated. “You’ve barely healed from your fall, and you’re already thinking of going

It’s just a broken leg, not the end of the world,”

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softened with affection. “You look exhausted. Go get

immediately. “I’m staying here tonight. I want to be with you.”

up. “Ava, let her stay. If she goes back now, she won’t get any

a soft sigh, Ava gave in.

late. I’ll head out. If you need anything, just call me,” Pete said,

be careful on the