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After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 434 Suspicion
(Jack)Sitting at my desk, I find myself unable to focus. My office feels smaller today, the air heavier, my usual calm replaced by a quiet unease. Amanda’s call echoes in my mind, the way her voice trembled, her breath sharp with fear. She’d sounded terrified, and yet, after rushing over, searching her apartment complex, and finding nothing, there’s this uncomfortable knot in my gut that I just can’t ignore.I try to brush it off, to push her voice out of my mind, but it stays. I’d reassured her, promised her everything was fine, that no one was following her. But the doubts lingered, creeping in, pulling me back to all the ways my trust has been chipped away, bit by bit. I know I’m supposed to believe her, she’s in a difficult spot, and with Marco still lurking in the background, I don’t doubt she’s genuinely afraid. But still, I can’t shake that sinking feeling that maybe I’m not getting the whole story.The phone rings, a sharp break in the silence, and I grab it too quickly. Jus
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 435 To The Mansion
(Ruby)I returned to my apartment hoping for rest, but sleep was the last thing on my mind. The day’s tension hadn’t left me. All I could do was pace the living room, glancing at the clock every few minutes. Mama’s surgery, Lydia at the hospital, the uncertainty, every worry swirled around me. No amount of tea or pacing could quiet the knot of unease in my stomach. Finally, I grabbed my coat and left. If I couldn’t rest, I could at least be useful. I knew Thomas would be at the mansion with the kids. He had his hands full, and the last thing he needed was to be managing everything on his own, especially with Mama’s surgery weighing on everyone. And maybe, selfishly, I just needed to be near my family, in the warmth and chaos of familiar company.The mansion was quiet when I arrived. As I walked through the entryway, I found Thomas in the living room, sitting on the couch with his head leaned back and eyes closed, one arm draped over his face. Even from across the room, I could see t
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 436 Breathe Again
(Thomas)As I drove to the hospital, my mind was awash with relief and gratitude. Ruby showing up tonight was a godsend; her timing couldn’t have been better. Just knowing she was with the kids, keeping the house steady, gave me the freedom to be where I wanted to be: with Lydia.The hospital was a sea of quiet as I walked in. The usual sterile scent, the low hum of distant machinery, the soft murmur of voices, all of it heightened my sense of purpose as I made my way through the hallways. I knew exactly where Lydia would be, just outside Mama’s ICU room, waiting for the next update.And there she was, sitting in one of the uncomfortable waiting room chairs, her hands twisting nervously. Her head was lowered, and even from a distance, I could see the weariness clinging to her. It was the kind of exhaustion that went beyond sleepless nights; it was a soul-deep fatigue that came from worry and stress, from days that stretched into nights with no break, no real rest.The moment Lydia saw
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 437 Finally Ready
(Thomas)I walked back toward the waiting room and saw my mother standing near the doorway, her arms crossed, the same concerned expression she’d worn since I first arrived at the hospital. Mother had done more today than I’d expected, sitting by Lydia and Ruby, comforting them in her own, subtle way. Still, as I walked over to her, I could see the weariness in her eyes, and I knew it was time for her to go home and rest.“Mother,” I said, stopping beside her, “You should go home. It’s been a long day, and Lydia and I will be fine here.”She looked at me, pressing her lips together in a thin line, “I’d rather stay. Just in case anything happens.”“You’ve already done more than enough,” I replied gently, “I’ll call you the moment there’s an update. But right now, you need some rest. Please.”For a moment, she looked like she was about to argue, but then she sighed and gave a small nod. “Alright,” she said, her voice soft, “But you’ll let me know if anything changes?”“Of course,” I pro
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 438 Statement
(Lydia)The hospital room felt like it was suspended in time, an endless wait marked by the faint beeping of machines and the footsteps of nurses in the hall. The walls around me closed in, as if pressing against my ribs, forcing me to confront everything I’d tried to set aside in order to be here, to be strong for Mama. But now, with Thomas sitting beside me and the notebook he’d brought resting in my hands, I knew it was time to let it out.I ran my fingers over the cover, the smooth surface cool and reassuring beneath my touch. It was just a notebook, but it was about to hold the weight of something far bigger than its pages, a piece of me that I’d kept bottled up for so long. This was my chance to tell the truth, my chance to show Nathan exactly what he’d done, not just to me, but to everyone who’d been dragged into his chaos. It was time to strip away every shield, every excuse I’d ever made for him, and speak from the deepest, rawest place inside myself.Taking a shaky breath,
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 439 Grateful
(Lydia)The notebook rested on the bedside table, its presence both a reminder of the emotional weight I had lifted and the journey I had yet to complete. Writing my victim impact statement had left me drained, but also…lighter. It felt like I had taken back a piece of myself that Nathan had tried so hard to steal. My words were out there now, no longer bottled up inside me, and I knew I had done everything I could. Justice was no longer mine to deliver. It was up to the court now, and for the first time in a long time, I trusted the process. Thomas hovered near the door, reluctant to leave. I could see the concern etched into his features, the way his shoulders tensed as if he were bracing himself for an argument.“You’ve been here all night,” I said softly, standing to face him, “You need to go home, Thomas. Get some sleep, take care of things at work. I’ll be fine here.” He frowned, clearly unconvinced and said, “Work can wait, Lydia. You shouldn’t be alone right now. What if
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 440 Curveballs
(Thomas)The hum of the office felt almost comforting, a constant background noise as I stared at the files in front of me, trying to get ahead of the chaos that had been the past few weeks. Nathan’s arrest, the media circus that followed, the emotional scars both Lydia and I had to deal with, and then Adeline’s surgery, it was all a lot to manage. But we were starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. The court date was coming up, and it felt like justice was finally within reach. I thought, for the first time in a while, that maybe things could start to calm down.But, as always, life had other plans.I was hunched over a set of financial reports, scribbling notes, when the door to my office opened without a knock. I didn’t even need to look up to know who it was because I knew it would be my assistant. He’d been with me for years now, ever since the early days of the company, and I’d come to trust him like family. His punctuality and his no-nonsense attitude paired with t
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 441 Mama’s Strength
(Lydia)I briskly walked down the hall toward the ICU. My steps echoed softly against the linoleum floors, the rhythmic sound grounding me. It had been 24 hours since Mama's surgery, a nerve-wracking stretch of time that felt like an eternity. But now, the wait was over. The doctors had said she was strong enough to be moved to a private room. It was a sign that she was healing, that we were finally stepping away from the edge of uncertainty.Ruby was already at the hospital when I arrived. She gave me a small, reassuring smile as we entered the ICU together. There Mama lay, her frail frame nearly swallowed by the expanse of the bed, monitors softly beeping in the background. Even though she was still, there was a peacefulness about her that hadn’t been there before.I settled into the chair beside her bed and gently took her hand in mine. Her skin was warm, her pulse steady. Ruby stood beside me, her presence was a silent strength I leaned on. We didn’t speak, didn’t need to. We wer
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After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 474 No Matter The Risk
(Thomas)The last time I saw Jack, he was deflecting my questions about what had happened to leave him injured and refusing any professional help. Typical Jack, always shielding others from his chaos, carrying the weight of his decisions like a stubborn mule. I knocked firmly on his apartment door, which was closed this time, knowing he’d hear the sound even through the thick, industrial-style door. After a moment, the door creaked open. Jack stood there, shirtless, a fresh bandage wrapped around his side. He looked tired but not beaten. That was my brother, gritty, relentless, and unyielding even when life knocked him down.“Thomas,” he greeted with a nod, stepping aside to let me in, “Didn’t expect you to drop by.”“Clearly,” I replied, gesturing to his appearance, “You could’ve at least put on a shirt for the occasion.”He smirked faintly, closing the door behind me. Jack’s apartment was neat but lived-in, a mix of modern decor and personal touches that reflected Jack’s no-nonsen
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 473 With A Quiet Prayer for Courage
(Lydia)The morning passed quietly, but my mind was anything but still. Talking to Mama in the garden earlier had eased some of the heaviness pressing down on my chest, but it hadn’t erased it entirely. It felt like smoothing a wrinkle in fabric only to have another one pop up. There were so many reasons for my hesitance, and the biggest one gnawed at me: I hadn’t told Thomas. I could still see his face from last night, relaxed and content, the way his eyes crinkled when he smiled at me over dinner. It had been a perfect evening, something we hadn’t shared in a long time. I hadn’t wanted to taint it with this...complication. But now, the silence I’d kept about Clara weighed on me like a stone. I stirred my coffee absently at the kitchen counter, staring out at the bright day outside. Mabel and Miles were at preschool, their laughter and chatter missing from the house, leaving it quieter than usual. Thomas had kissed me on the forehead before leaving for work, his expression one of
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 472 Meeting’s Set
(Thomas)The faint hum of my office phone was drowned out by the stack of emails I had been working through since the moment I arrived at work. The buzz of productivity was always welcome, a way to focus my mind, especially after the whirlwind of emotions from last night. The date with Lydia had been everything I hoped it would be, a moment of calm amid the chaos. I found myself smiling as I clicked through a report, her laughter from last night still echoing in my mind. It had been a while since I’d seen her truly happy, her guard down, and it reminded me of why I fought so hard to protect what we had built together. My cell phone vibrated on the desk, breaking my thoughts. I glanced at the screen: Aiden. That name always brought a mix of feelings. Reassurance, because he was a solid ally, and apprehension, because his calls often came with heavy news. I picked up, leaning back in my chair, "Aiden, what’s the update?" His voice was steady but carried an edge, like a surgeon
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 471 Help
(Adeline)The front garden was always my favorite place to sit, especially in the morning. The air carried a crisp freshness, and the soft rustle of leaves felt like nature’s whisper of reassurance. Today, I felt lighter, less weighed down by the fog of fatigue that had wrapped around me since the surgery. A week had passed, and though I knew there was still a long road ahead, scans, radiotherapy, and who knew what else, I was grateful for small mercies like this. Lydia sat beside me, her posture relaxed but her eyes distant. She should have been glowing after her date with Thomas last night; I’d seen her excitement all day leading up to it. Yet, there was something off about her today, a subtle undercurrent of worry she couldn’t quite hide. I reached over and patted her hand, drawing her out of her thoughts, “You seem troubled, my dear. What’s on your mind?” She blinked, then gave me a soft smile, though it didn’t quite reach her eyes, “Nothing to worry about, Mama. Just…think
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 470 I Was Wrong
(Margaret)The mansion was quiet, its grand halls and rooms bathed in moonlight, but I was still awake, as I often was these days. Sleep came sparingly. I’d taken to wandering the mansion late at night, a habit born of restlessness and regret. Tonight, I found myself seated in the parlor, nursing a lukewarm cup of tea, when I heard the faint creak of the front door. Ruby. Her steps were light but purposeful, and as she crossed into the hallway, I caught a glimpse of her face. She looked lost in thought, her brow furrowed, her lips pressed into a thin line. There was something about her expression that tugged at me, a pang I couldn’t quite place but that settled uncomfortably in my chest. “Ruby,” I called gently, my voice cutting through the stillness. She froze for a moment, her back to me, before turning slightly, her posture tense. Her eyes met mine briefly, a flicker of something unreadable passing through them, before she resumed her stride, heading toward the staircase.
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 469 A Hurried Departure
(Jack)The room was bathed in the muted glow of the television, the credits of the movie rolling silently on the screen. Ruby lay beside me, her head resting lightly against my shoulder, her breathing slow and even as she slept. I didn’t dare move. Instead, I let my gaze linger on her, taking in the soft lines of her face, the way her lashes rested against her cheeks, the slight rise and fall of her chest. Her hair framed her face, catching the dim light in a way that made her look almost ethereal. I shouldn’t be doing this, shouldn’t let myself get caught up in the illusion. But in that moment, it felt impossible not to. For years, this apartment had been a space I’d tried to keep void of emotion, a place where I could compartmentalize my life, separate work from personal chaos. But Ruby had changed that. When she’d been here, this place had felt alive, warm. And now, with her asleep beside me, it felt like a dream I didn’t want to wake up from.My mind wandered back to the few
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 468 Stubborn
(Ruby)I stood outside Jack’s apartment door, my hand hesitating over the knocker. I shouldn’t be here. I’d already done more than enough, stitched him up, watching him avoid my questions like he always did. But despite every logical reason to stay away, I was here. Because this wasn’t just anyone, it was Jack. The Jack who had once made me laugh so hard I cried, who had shared countless quiet evenings with me in this very apartment. The Jack who, despite all the hurt and chaos, still managed to make my heart skip a beat when I thought of him. I pressed my lips together, pushing the memories aside. This wasn’t about rekindling anything; it was about making sure he was okay. He had shown up at my door injured and vulnerable, and no matter how much time had passed or how complicated things had gotten, I couldn’t ignore that. Taking a deep breath, I knocked. When Jack opened the door, his surprise was clear, though he quickly masked it with that practiced cool demeanor of his.
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 467 On My Terms
(Jack)I sat on the edge of my couch, staring at the bandage on my side, frustration boiling just beneath the surface. The room was quiet, save for the faint hum of the refrigerator in the kitchen. The family doctor had left about an hour ago after re-dressing my wound. He was efficient and professional, as always, and I appreciated the care. But damn it, why hadn’t I thought to call him in the first place? The moment I got injured, my instincts hadn’t pointed me toward practicality or logic. No, instead, I’d ended up at Ruby’s apartment, bloodied and in desperate need of stitches. I didn’t even remember the exact route I’d taken to get there, just that I had. Like my brain had been hardwired to seek her out, even when it made no sense. It embarrassed me now. Ruby had been nothing but calm and steady as she stitched me up, but I could tell how unsettled she was underneath that brave exterior. And I’d put her in that position, dragged her into something she had no business being
After Forgetting Me, My CEO Ex-husband Regrets Chapter 466 Date Night
(Lydia)The drive back to the mansion felt electric, charged with an energy I couldn’t quite put into words. Thomas’s hand rested on my thigh as he navigated the quiet streets, his fingers brushing gently against my skin. Neither of us said much; the connection between us was palpable without needing words. By the time we reached the house and stepped through the door, it was as if the air around us crackled with anticipation. Ruby had left a note on the counter saying the kids were asleep and she’d see us tomorrow. I smiled, grateful for her support, but my focus was entirely on Thomas. As soon as the door to our bedroom clicked shut behind us, it was like a dam broke. His lips were on mine in an instant, hot and urgent, pulling me into him as if the space between us was unbearable. My hands found their way to his shoulders, then his hair, as I pressed closer, feeling the hard lines of his body against mine. “Lydia,” he murmured, his voice low and thick with desire. I didn’t
