Library
Search
Home / Billionaire / The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss / Chapter - [ 118 ]

Share

Chapter - [ 118 ]

Author: A_rebelliousdreamer
last update Last Updated: 2024-05-30 13:54:04

[ Xavier ]

The tears in Adeline's eyes give me the most numbing pain than a wound. When Sandra called me and told me that Adeline wasn't herself and exploded, hurting herself in the process.

Initially, I thought it was I, whose anger she pelted on her office but when I saw her and the vulnerability in her eyes, I could tell that the story was quite opposite.

She looked defeated.

"Are you going to say something?" Travis asked me.

"What do you want to hear, Travis?" I looked at him, the glass of my drink kept untouched as I have been engrossed in brainstorming.

"Your beautiful wife hurt herself and turned her office upside down, it's unsual for an elegant and patient woman like Adeline to lose her temper like this." He said emptying his third glass.

"Lucas fucking Greyson, he is blackmailing my wife with her mother's name. Mrs. Greyson had a cardiac arrest last week, she is on medication and the bastard is saying that he'd stop her treatment if Adeline won't comply to his wishes." I t
Locked Chapter
Continue to read this book on the APP
Comments (2)
goodnovel comment avatar
Kismet Star
Travis shouldn’t have broken Ade’s trust.
goodnovel comment avatar
Mingy73
I like Travis, he's a good friend
VIEW ALL COMMENTS
Previous Chapter Next Chapter

Related chapters

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 119 ]

    [ Xavier ]"Please, come inside, Mr. Linwood. Mrs. Greyson is in the living room, she is expecting you to meet her there." A butler told me as he welcomed me inside the Greyson's mansion. The house was quite big and built in modern architectural style but it had so much coldness wrapped in quietness. I can never call it my home. However, maintained a straight posture and followed him inside the house. I just wanted to get out of this place as soon as possible. Mrs. Greyson was sitting on the sofa, reading a book. She looked thin and weaker than the last time I saw her. Hearing my footsteps, she looked up and passed me a graceful smile. She is the older version of her daughters. "Xavier, son. What an unexpected visit?" She stood up and greeted me."I thought I should say hello to my in-laws. These are for you." I replied and gave her the yellow rose bouquet I brought for her.She smelled them."They're lovely. Thank you. Please, have a seat." She offered me generously. "How are yo

    Last Updated : 2024-05-30

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 120 ]

    [ Adeline ]I felt a strange settlement in my heart after my breakdown in front of Xavier who again presented himself as my knight in shining armor. He promised to bring my mother safely to me but I couldn't calm my heart and mind.I still worried about my mother who needs tending and a healthy atmosphere to get well soon. My father's toxic vicinity will only worsen her condition and I can't lose my mother. I was pacing too and fro in the living room of the villa. Lisa came twice to ask me whether I need a cup of coffee to kill my anxiety but I refused."Ma'am, killing the poor floor won't help you. Let me make a strong cup of coffee or chamomile tea to give you some relief." Lisa again came with worry itched on her face. "I don't need anything, Lisa. Thanks, for taking care of me but you can rest now." I passed her a smile which didn't reach to my eyes."I have prepared the dinner, Ma'am. Please, eat properly before you sleep." She reminded me and signed in surrender as I reluctantl

    Last Updated : 2024-05-31

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 121 ]

    [ Adeline ]I closed the door of my mother’s room once I gave her medicines and we talked about our lives. She was in a vulnerable condition, she tolerated my father’s shitty behaviour and kept quiet for my and Addison’s sake.I broke my heart but when I saw Xavier’s stand to protect my mother from my father’s torture. I am under his debt now.“Some sherry would do?” Xavier’s voice snapped me out of my thoughts.I looked over him. He had two glasses and a bottle of sherry.“I think I need one right now.” I said as a lot was going inside my head.He poured some in my glass once we sat in the living room in complete silence.“Thanks.”“For what?” He raised his eyes above the glass.“For what you have done today. Going against my father and wedging a direct enmity with him isn’t something that everyone do.” I said honestly.“You don’t need to thank me for anything I do for you, Ade. You are my wife and it’s my duty to always keep you and your loved ones happy.” He answered, he was speak

    Last Updated : 2024-06-02

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 122 ]

    [ Adeline ]“Take care of yourself, Susan. I will see you at the evening after your follow-up check-up.” Xavier said to my mother in whose eyes I could see hearts for her son-in=law.“Oh, please, don’t trouble yourself, son. I am sick not dying and I want you to pay more attention on my daughter because I want a grandchild from you two soon.” She said, her happiness was clearly visible on her face but it put me in an awkward situation. “We’d plan one in the future but I want us to settle our current problems first.” Xavier replied to her question much to my relief because I don’t want my mother to live in any disillusion.“Sure, take your time but give me a grandchild before I get too old to play with him or die.” She joked but I didn’t like it at all.“Mom, can you stop talking about dying?” I objected.“I am sorry, sweetie. Okay, I won’t talk about dying.” She raised her hand in surrender motion but I couldn’t shake

    Last Updated : 2024-06-03

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter- [ 123 ]

    [ Adeline ]“So, here is our final proposal, for next two years, Skylark Group will bear 67% of the total cost on manufacturing on the interest rate of 7%, we’ll use our resources to lay down the base of our collaborative cruise ship making. The total number of the ships will be ten in the initial three years because we are yet to expand ourselves overseas and the current economy indicates that we must not exceed this number because the customers in our country aren’t keen to buy private cruise ship with the next generation luxury. They have their private jets and ships. Our aim should be the East Asian countries where we can find a potential market.” I paused with my presentation to see if anyone had any query.“Mr. Cowper?” I raised my eyes at the middle-aged man.The meeting room was silent with tension. As much as I hated the man’s cocky attitude, this deal was very important for my company as it could be proved a milestone in company’s growth.“Your idea is radical, Ms. Linwood

    Last Updated : 2024-06-04

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 124 ]

    [ Adeline ]"Emily?"I couldn't believe on my eyes. Was I hallucinating or it was Emily in real, trying on a ruby necklace, which I assumed was beyond her financial status in the present time."Who is Emily?" Sandra asked, her brows itched together in confusion. "Did you meet Xavier's first wife?" I asked her."Yes, she practically spent her day, laid on his private room, waiting for him after every hour. Mr. Arnold didn't like her much because he thought she was a distraction for his son." Sandra answered. Another negative review. I have to dig into the information that I can fetch from Sandra. Emily hadn't noticed me yet. So, it was easy for me to observe her from the other side of the glass wall."Ma'am, you can choose from our latest collection, it's not out yet but the Linwood family is a very old customer. So, we can show you those five exclusive sets." The saleswoman said to me with her sweetest smile."Yes, of course." I nodded at her but my mind and eyes were still on Emil

    Last Updated : 2024-06-06

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 125 ]

    [ Xavier ]The last night was bliss for me after a long, painful week. Adeline finally crumbled down the invisible wall she made between us. We spent most of the night, awake and cuddling in each other’s arms. We didn’t talk much. Only I knew how I restrained myself from having her but she might regret it later.I have to wait until she is ready to mend the ridge between us or should I say, I must choose a path as soon as possible. I have to give Emily what she needs to live her life independently. And I am going to start by giving her a job in our Boston branch so she’d be away from spotlight.My phone vibrated and it showed my father’s number. We hadn’t talked much in recent days since he had been taking his treatment and he needs rest from worries.“Hello, Dad. How are you?” I asked him.“What am I hearing, my son?” Came his flat voice from the other side, I could detect traces of shock in his words as well.“What are you hearing, Dad? Can you tell me in detail so I can give you a

    Last Updated : 2024-06-07

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 126 ]

    [ Adeline ]My mood was disturbed for the whole day. I couldn't focus on the work yet I managed to pass the remaining hours, analyzing the monthly revenue collection. My team suggested me to decrease the price rate by 0.27% to increase in the sale the next three months since our sale was stable for last six months.We need expansion in next quarter or we'd lag behind. I would never want Mrs. Linwood's dream to go down in downfall."Ma'am, we are ready to leave." Blaze said and I looked up. I didn't realise that I was in elevator."Umm..yeah. Let's go back home. I need to get ready for the dinner." I said and quickly slid inside the car.Blaze seemed off but he didn't say a word. By the way, he was stealing glances at the backseat, I detected sympathy in his eyes for me."Blaze, what's wrong with you?" I finally asked him since his gaze was making me uncomfortable.I hate sympathy."No, it's nothing, Ma'am. Please, forgive me." He shook his head looked ahead.I sighed in frustration. T

    Last Updated : 2024-06-07

Latest chapter

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Epilogue

    [ Adeline ]“Good morning, sleepy head. It’s nine in the morning and our little devils are waiting for their mom to wake up.” I heard my husband’s husky voice in my ear and lazily I opened my eyes. His beautiful eyes looked more intense in the bright sunlight which was peeking through the window.I cupped his face and brought him close to peck his forehead, “Good morning, love. It’s not my fault that I slept till this late.” I said and threw my arms around his torso.“Don’t blame me, you look ravishing in red and black and it’s been a week since I last had you.” He defended himself.“Now, it’s my fault?” I raised my brows while he took me to the bathroom and placed me on the countertop. He applied toothpaste on my brush and gave it to me.“Thanks, love. You can leave now. I’ll join you and our sons in fifteen minutes.” I said but he remained there.“What?” I gave him a confused look.“I won’t mind taking another shower with my sexy wife who’s looking more ravishing with my marks on he

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 217 ]

    [ Xavier ]The day of the judgement has finally come. I held my wife’s hand tightly, it was a silent promise that no matter what happens today, I’d stick by her side and we’ll start a new journey together today. The trial was in progress, my lawyers were doing their best to prove Emily and Linda guilty but I didn’t think Linda would get imprisonment, her mental health worsened after the death of her son. She couldn’t believe that he was actually gone.It was more severe punishment, she’d live the rest of her life in this pain and denial. Speaking of Emily, she remained silent throughout the hearing. Her family didn’t show up as they were hiding themselves from the law but her brother testified against her.We also brought the father of her ex-boyfriend in Cananda to solidify a murder case against her.“We’re going to win this case, Xav.” Adeline whispered to me.“I don’t doubt that. I am thinking where should we go to celebrate this day, just you and me.” I gave her a side glance.“Le

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 216 ]

    [ Adeline ]“Yes, Addison. You look pale, maybe sick. What’s the matter?” I asked my sister with a raised brow while Adam was busy playing with the house staff. I told Xavier not to come out because he and Addison still don’t look into eyes.She looked here and there, the coffee I served her was still untouched. She was tapping her foot on the floor, which does it whenever she’s nervous.“Look, we both aren’t very close, I get it but it has a brighter side. You don’t expect me to judge you or give you advise, you just want to talk, then talk. I am listening.” I said to ease her and she looked up.“But you must promise me that you won’t tell Mom or anyone else.” She said and I was shocked, she was requesting me.“If you have doubts on me then don’t tell me. I didn’t ask you to come to me.” I said in a little annoyed tone, blame my imbalanced hormones.“I didn’t mean in that way.” She tried to justify and a tensed silence sprawled between us.“Addison, if you are seeing yourself on a cr

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 215 ]

    [ Adeline ]“Hey, I told you not to move much. Your wound is healed but it doesn’t mean that you’d be walking and running here and there like this.” I reprimanded my husband who was watering the plants in our balcony.“Ade, don’t treat me like a patient anymore. It’s been four weeks and my wound is completely healed. In fact, you should take care of yourself now.” He said turning to face me.“Yes, you’re right but I am taking care of myself, Mr. Linwood. You should worry about yourself. The doctors advised you to avoid pressure on your muscles for next two months. Take it seriously, Xav. You’ll be a father very soon and this kind of behaviour isn’t appreciative from any angle.” I reminded him and on the mention of his baby, his eyes sparkled.He walked briskly towards me and caged me in between his arms, “I still can’t believe that we’re going to have a baby in next seven months. Our boy or girl will be with us to add more happiness in our world.” He said, his smile said a lot than he

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 214 ]

    [ Adeline ]“Linda, how are you?” I spoke over the microphone and her screaming stopped.“Emily, I hope your leg is healing now. It’s a long time since we met and I am feeling very elated to see you both. I hope you’re being treated well.” I said.“Adeline, you bitch! You coward whore, if you have guts, come in front of me.” Linda sneered and yelled at the cameras.For the first time, I witnessed her losing her temperament and it showed how vulnerable she was. Emily’s eyes moved on the camera as well but she didn’t express anything.“Linda, don’t shout, you’re making it hard for Emily to survive with you.” I said.“You’re enjoying this right? Just remember, if anything happens to me, my son will destroy you and that bastard.” Linda screamed.“I am sorry, Linda but your son can’t do anything now or ever.” I said and suddenly the two sided mirror became transparent and now, she could see me.Her eyes turned dark and she marched towards the glass.“I am going to kill you, Adeline Greyson

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 213 ]

    [ Adeline ]“What you both did inside? It was ridiculous.” I reprimanded Travis when doctors told us to leave his ward when they came to examine him and proceed with his shift to the hospital which was financed by the Linwood company.“It’s simple, we don’t trust the staff here because we don’t know them. What if his security is breached again by any insider? And what if this news leaks in the media, the damage will be beyond repair and all the suspicion will be pointed on Xavier. The investigation is on full swing and we need to keep low profile until the case is closed.” Travis explained and I thought he was right.“His wounds are fresh, I am afraid if he gets hurt while moving in an ambulance.” I expressed my concern.“Don’t worry, they are the latest technology, bumps on the roads can’t be felt and the best paramedic team will be with him and the route is only of twenty minutes at night time.” Travis assured me and I hoped everything happens smoothly.“Travis, can I ask you for a

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 212 ]

    [ Xaiver ]“I’m pregnant, Xavier.”These three words sent my mind into frenzy. For a moment, I thought I was dreaming after waking up and it could be the effect of medicines but when she kissed my forehead and placed my hand on her flat belly, my whole world stopped.I was numb to react and unable to process anything. She told me that we’re about to have a baby, our baby. I am going to be a father and when I just narrowly escaped death.The history might repeat itself once again. I could have lost my wife and another child if it wasn’t my fate and the God’s blessings.“Please, say something, Xavier. Your silence isn’t good.” I heard her wavered voice and when I met her eyes, I could see insecurities and many questions.“I can’t kiss you, how horrible a situation can be? I’m going to be a father and I am hearing this news on a hospital bed, with a hole in my stomach. I am overwhelmed, Ade.” I spoke the truth as I was still trying to wrap my mind around this news.“I can understand, Xav

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 211 ]

    [ Adeline ]“Hey, love. Wake up. See, I am here, your Adeline.” I whispered to the sleeping figure of my husband but he was in a deep sleep under the effect of the medicines. My hands ached to touch him but I was scared of hurting him. His abdomen was wrapped in bandages.I hadn’t left his side since I came back to the hospital with Grandma. Eventually, I had to tell her everything. Sooner or later, she’ll find out so hiding from her wasn’t an option. She took everything really patiently, even the death of her other grandson who wanted to kill her elder grandson. She expressed no remorse for his death.She wanted to come with me to the hospital but I insisted her to stay home and promised to bring her to the hospital once he gains his consciousness.“Xavier, I have to tell you something. I also got to know an hour ago but this is really an amazing news but you have to wake up first because I want to see your reaction when I tell you this.” I talked to him in a hope that he was listeni

  • The Ex-husband's Regret: CEO'S Ex-Wife Returns As Boss    Chapter - [ 210 ]

    [ Adeline ]Hours passed, perhaps the dawn rolled on but we didn’t hear anything from the doctors yet, they just kept rushing out and again going inside with medicines and other supplies, they refused to answer anything and it grew my fear even more. I couldn’t wrap my mind around this sudden halt in my life.“Here, have this or you’ll fall sick, Adeline.” Travis offered me coffee but I refused by shaking my head negatively.“No, I am fine but thanks, Travis.” I tried to smile but failed.He sighed and sat down on the vacant chair beside me.“I can’t feel the depth of your pain and fears, Adeline because I haven’t seen someone I love in this situation but I am here for you and Xavier, always and I know my friend, he won’t like if he learn that you tortured yourself. So, for Xavier, have some coffee. He is under the best care and we’d shift him to the best hospital in the city once his condition stabilizes and the doctors approve his shift.” He said and again tried to make me have the

You may also like

DMCA.com Protection Status