Winning Back His Ex's Wife's Broken Heart by Hayley

Chapter 136

Sarah pov.

Waking up to another day with Marina in the house felt like preparing for a battle I hadn't signed up for.

Richard was already downstairs, and I could hear faint voices drifting up from the kitchen. Great, I thought, tugging on my robe.

She's probably giving him her daily lecture on how to survive the world.

When I walked in, the first thing I noticed was Marina sitting at the dining table, coffee cup in hand, a magazine spread out in front of her. She glanced up and gave me a smile that didn't quite reach her eyes.

"Good morning, Sarah," she said brightly. "Did you sleep well? I hope the baby didn't keep you up too much."

"The baby's still pretty quiet," I replied, attempting a polite smile. "Good morning, Marina."

Richard was by the stove, frying eggs, and gave me a quick grin. "Tea or coffee, love?"

"Tea, please," I said, sliding into a chair across from Marina.

"Herbal, right?" Marina chimed in before Richard could even grab a mug. "Caffeine is terrible for the baby at this stage. You don't want to risk it."

I blinked at her, biting back the first snappy reply that came to mind. "I was planning on herbal tea anyway," I said, keeping my tone even.

She nodded approvingly, like I was a student who'd finally gotten the answer right.

"Good. And you know, it's really important to start incorporating more leafy greens into your diet. Spinach, kale, those sorts of things. Maybe a green smoothie for breakfast? I can help you make one if you'd like." Richard glanced over his shoulder, clearly sensing my growing irritation. "I think Sarah's got breakfast covered, Marina," he said lightly, trying to diffuse the tension.

course," she said, waving a hand. "I'm just here to help. You know, Sarah, pregnancy is such

No kidding.

aware," I said tightly, focusing on the mug Richard placed in front of me.

inside, my thoughts were spiraling. Does she think I haven't read a single book or talked to my

By the time I escaped

to be my escape, a chance to get some fresh air and clear

to bolt out the door, when

you off to?" she asked, her

running a few errands," I

I come along? I've been meaning to stretch

like asking for another lecture. "Sure," I said, forcing

was our first stop, and within minutes, Marina was

a raised eyebrow. "You know,

cart just to avoid an argument. "Thanks for the suggestion," I said, my voice a little

produce section,

as I picked up a bag of apples. "You never know

gritted my teeth.

stop, and by then, my patience was hanging

my prescription, scrutinizing the label like

adding omega-3 supplements? They're

for Marina's occasional humming. I gripped the steering wheel tightly, counting the seconds until we were

bundle of frustration. Marina headed to

into the kitchen, slamming the grocery bags onto

up when