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Ruthless Billionaire Ex-Husband's Regret CH.45
MAISIE"As if I don't already know," Philip muttered under his breath, dropping his gaze to glare at his plate.Every attempt he had made to nudge our relationship toward something more committed, more permanent, had been met with resistance on my part.This stagnant result was entirely due to my own deep-seated hang-ups about marriage and the finality of such a profound commitment.Every time Philip pushed to take that next step to solidify our bond, to make it official in the eyes of the law and society, I balked. I was paralyzed by my fear of Donovan's rejection and disapproval should I remarry. He had been so opposed to the idea of me dating again after his father's passing.And if I was being fully honest with myself, a huge part of me still shied away from the finality of it all out of some deeply buried insecurity. Some nagging voice in the back of my mind kept me from being able to take that final leap into the realm of legal matrimony.Karina's derisive snort snapped me out o
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MAISIE"I was hoping I might request an actual leave of absence then. Not for myself, but...to spend some dedicated time with my son…”The words hung between us, thick with unspoken tension.I saw a muscle ticking in Klay's jaw as he appraised me with those dark, unreadable eyes of his. He didn't seem to get what I was really saying. "Spend more time with your son? Don't you two already live together?"I wiped at the back of my flushed neck, feeling awkward and exposed under his scrutiny. "Mr. Woods, it's...it's not that simple. I don't sleep well at night, I'm always exhausted during the day from running around like a headless chicken. I don't take care of my own health because I'm constantly rushing from one thing to the next. I'm neglecting myself, but I absolutely refuse to neglect my son or be a bad mother to him." I took a deep, steadying breath. "I want to use this chance to actually make some real memories with Donovan before it's too late and he's all grown up, you know?"Kla
Last Updated : 2024-12-18Ruthless Billionaire Ex-Husband's Regret CH.47
MAISIEKarina helped pull me back to my feet, her perfectly groomed brows knitted together in an expression that looked a whole lot more like malice than concern. "What on earth were you two up to out here?" she demanded, her tone accusatory.I opened and closed my mouth like a landed fish, at a complete loss for words to explain the compromising position she'd just walked in on. Thankfully, Jason smoothly covered for us with an easy lie. "We were just discussing a case study for work," he said nonchalantly, not missing a beat.Karina seemed to accept that flimsy excuse with a curt nod, the suspicious glint fading from her eyes. "Ah, I see. Well anyway, I'm beat after today so we'll head out first. Come along, Jason." She looped her arm through his and tugged him toward the door, leaving me to trail awkwardly behind them.As soon as they were gone, I re-entered the house and made a beeline straight for the living room, needing to put some distance between myself and that incredibly te
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Maisie"If working for me at the company is going to be a problem for you, I'll have to let you go," Dame stated coolly, her voice as crisp and emotionless as the pristine white pantsuit she wore.I quickly backtracked, not wanting to lose my job over a silly formality. "No, no problem at all! We can definitely speak informally if that's what you'd prefer," I rushed to assure her, waving my hands placatingly.She gave a curt nod of approval, her perfectly coiffed hair not so much as shifting with the abrupt movement. "Good, because I want your help with something important," she said briskly."Oh? Sure, what is it?" I asked, setting my untouched glass of lemonade down on the table to give her my full, undivided attention. This whole situation was bizarre enough already without any distractions.Dame didn't bother with any preamble or lead-in, just went straight for the jugular. "How did you make Klay fall for you?" she asked point-blank.I felt my face flush hot with a confusing embar
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MAISIE"When exactly do you plan on putting a ring on my baby brother's finger?" Garam demanded without any lead-in, her eyes boring into mine with an unsettling intensity that made me squirm.I gaped at her, certain I had to have misheard that. "E-excuse me? What the heck do you mean by that?" I sputtered, completely thrown by her blunt question.She leaned forward, not giving an inch. "Don't take this the wrong way or anything, but you're holding Philip back from truly living his best life," she stated flatly. "He's a big shot in his career and all, sure, but an utter failure when it comes to his personal life. As his sister, I just want what's best for my little bro, you know? And what's best is for you to cut him loose already. Get out of his life completely so he can finally find a woman who truly loves him and is willing to make that commitment to marriage and family."The words felt like a harsh slap to the face, stinging more than I cared to admit. I hadn't been expecting...th
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MAISIEIt took me a moment to recognize him through my teary mess. "J-Jason?" I choked out in disbelief.He came around the front of his fancy car, hands casually tucked in the pockets of his tailored slacks as he studied me intently. "I thought I must have been seeing things," his deep, rumbly voice sounded more amused than anything. "What're you doing out here all alone at this hour?"I opened my mouth to respond, but he reached out with one hand to grasp my chin lightly before tilting my face up to meet his piercing gaze. "Why're your eyes so red and puffy?” he asked, quirking a brow.That simple question was the final straw that shattered what little composure I had left. I burst into fresh, gasping sobs.Jason's brows knit together with concern and crouched down beside me, one hand settling on my shoulder in a comforting gesture. "Hey now, what's all this waterworks about?" he murmured, giving me a gentle squeeze. "C'mon, talk to me."I tried my best to explain between hiccuping
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MAISIEI determinedly avoided meeting his eyes. The way Jason could get under my skin so effortlessly was unnerving as hell.He eventually slowed the car and pulled up in front of his place - a stately brick home that just screamed "old money". "Well, here we are. Home sweet home," he announced in that deep, rumbly voice of his."Oh..." I blinked and peered out the window at the darkened façade, suddenly feeling awkward. "I, um, I guess I should get going then. Thank you for the ride, Jason." I reached for the door handle, fully expecting him to just let me out so I could slink off into the night."Any time," he replied, and his tone was warm and sincere enough that it made me pause.Then the playful glint returned to his dark eyes, adding with a roguish smirk, "Though you may want to stick around for a bit."I frowned at him, instantly on guard. "Why's that?" I asked warily.Rather than answer directly, Jason reached across me to grab the door handle on my side...and pulled. And pull
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MAISIE"W-what are you doing?" I stammered, feeling my cheeks heat up as he leaned in close enough for his warm breath to fan over my flushed face.Jason simply hummed instead of replying. His eyes roved over my features with an intensity that made me want to squirm, pinning me in place.My palms came up to rest against the solid wall of his chest in a flimsy attempt to put some distance between us. "Jason stop before you do something...perverted," I managed, proud that my voice only wavered a little despite the way my heart was jackhammering.One of his brows quirked upwards and then he shocked me by reaching behind me to press some hidden button I hadn't noticed before.The sound of the car doors suddenly unlocking echoed loudly in the confined space, making me jump.My jaw dropped, equal parts stunned and embarrassed by my own depraved thoughts about what he might have been planning.Jason threw his head back with a rich, full-bodied laugh at my dumbfounded expression. He gently
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MAISIEJason propped his chin in one hand while his fingers danced across the keyboard."Outrageously beautiful!" He glanced at me from the corner of his eye.I placed my foot on one arm of his chair and pulled my hair back with deliberate slowness. The silky strands slipped through my fingers as I held his gaze."Doesn't my outrageous beauty make you feel anything?" My voice came out huskier than intended, betraying my nervousness."Something like what?" He threw his weight on the back of his chair and placed his warm hand on my leg.His touch sent electricity through my skin, making it difficult to maintain my composure.I bit my lower lip, hesitating for several seconds while gathering my courage. The office suddenly felt too warm, too intimate."Jason... do I not excite you?" The words tumbled out before I could reconsider.His eyebrows rose slightly as he began stroking my leg with gentle, circular motions.My heart hammered against my ribs, and confusion clouded my thoughts."Do
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MAISIE"What about Don?" Jason quirked an eyebrow, sliding his hands into his pockets elegantly.The realization hit me. Don! How could I forget?I slumped back into my seat dramatically, resting my forehead on the cool surface of the table."I really wanted to go with you," I mumbled, frustration evident in my voice. Something inside me yearned to be near him, like a magnetic pull I couldn't explain or resist.Miriam's gentle hand patted my head. "What kind of friend would I be if I didn't help you get what you want?"I lifted my head, confusion written across my face. "What do you mean?""The audio equipment is rented for today only," Miriam explained, leaning closer with a conspiratorial gleam. "I need to return everything before ten tonight. I'll tell Don he needs to help me because Nathan has a headache. We'll take our time, maybe drive around a bit before I drop him off. You just need to be back before we return.""I don't have a headache!" Nathan protested.Miriam shot him a wa
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MAISIEThe atmosphere between the two tables instantly chilled.Klay stood up, his posture rigid with barely contained anger."Follow me!" he commanded Dame:But Dame merely smiled provocatively. "Why?"Her defiance visibly increased his anger. He fixed her with a penetrating stare and said through clenched teeth, "Why?...""Should I care about your anger?" she challenged, lifting her chin.I swallowed nervously, watching the tension escalate between them. I'd never seen this side of their relationship before."Shut your fucking mouth and stand up fast!" Klay growled. His usual composure was completely shattered.Dame matched his intensity with a withering glare. "Stop cursing! You're not the only one who can do that, you ugly motherfucker!"Professor Hunt placed a calming hand on her shoulder. "Wait, Dame... calm down."Klay's gaze zeroed in on the professor's hand like a laser sight. "Get your hand off her!"I looked at Miriam nervously, and she returned the same anxious glance.The
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MAISIEJason didn't follow—perhaps he knew better than to try.I tried to concentrate on wrapping Nathan's present that had finally arrived, but my hands were shaking too much to fold neatly or tie the right ribbons.The sound of an ambulance arriving next door kept drawing my attention away from my task. The sirens wailed, cutting through the evening quiet like a harsh reminder of what had just transpired.I'm not saying Jared didn't deserve consequences for his actions. He had caused immeasurable pain with his interference in our lives yet did he deserve to be injured badly enough to need emergency medical attention?The question troubled me, even as I struggled with ribbon and tape that refused to cooperate with my shaking fingers."Stop giving people second chances they don't deserve, Maisie. It's maturity to accept that no good can come from some people!" Jason's words echoed in my mind.Perhaps he was right. Perhaps no good could ever come from Jared. However, the violence I'd w
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MAISIEMy heart pounded against my ribs as I followed them. I knew what was coming: violence, pain, and more fuel for the cycle of hatred that seemed inescapable between these brothers.I hurried down the path to Jason's house, my footsteps quick but hesitant. The front door stood open, swinging slightly in the evening breeze, and I could hear crashes coming from inside. Furniture being overturned, glass breaking.I paused at the threshold with my hand gripping the doorframe. Did I really want to witness this?A particularly loud shatter from the living room made my decision for me. I stepped inside, drawn by concern despite my better judgment.The scene that greeted me was chaos. Jason stood in the center of his once-pristine living room, unwinding his silk tie from around his bloodied knuckles. His breathing was measured but heavy, like a predator conserving energy between attacks.The white shirt beneath his suit jacket was now spattered with crimson droplets."All my troubles bega
