All Chapters of Ruthless Billionaire Ex-Husband's Regret: Chapter 1 - Chapter 6

The sky that started off bright this morning had now darkened into a soulless color above me.It was heavy with thick, menacing clouds that seemed to cast everything in a dull, gloomy shade of gray. It felt ironic, like the universe was trying to warn me but I was too naive to pick up on it.All I knew was the dreary weather outside perfectly matched the hollow, numb feeling settling into my gut.I sat in the plush backseat of the car as it pulled away from the mansion, headed towards the hotel where that anonymous text claimed he was.My hands twisted anxiously in my lap, trembling ever so slightly, as I stared sightlessly out the tinted window at the city streets passing by in a blur of lights and colors.Part of me hoped desperately I would arrive and find the hotel devoid of any signs of Jason and his supposed mistress.That it had all just been an awful prank or misunderstanding after all, and I could go home and finally have that long overdue conversation with my husband about m

~One year ago~My parents sat me down, their expressions grave. "Maisie, it's time we discussed your future marriage," my father began, clasping his hands on the desk.A knot formed in my stomach yet I nodded obediently.I knew this day would come - the day they would arrange my marriage to someone of their choosing.As the daughter of a prestigious family, it was expected of me to make an advantageous match, love be damned."You are to marry Jason Harding, the heir to Harding Industries," my mother stated matter-of-factly. "It will be a highly beneficial union for our family."My heart stuttered at the famous name. Jason Harding? The brilliant young businessman known across the country for his staggering success?I had seen his face plastered on magazine covers, read the stories about his business prowess and influence. To be his wife...it was almost too much to comprehend.Yet, his reputation was that of being cold and merciless. A beast someone like myself would be wise to fear.Co

MaisieThe car pulled up to the grand villa, but I remained frozen in the backseat, unable to move.I could still feel the pain, hurt and shame of the day’s event crushing down on me.The rain finally started to let up. My clothes were still soaked through, clinging to my skin in an uncomfortable and suffocating way.The coldness seeped into my bones, yet it wasn't the kind of cold that could be shaken off with a warm bath or fresh clothes. This was deeper, like the sadness had frozen my heart first and then spread out to the rest of my body.I felt numb, empty, like I would never be warm again.I finally managed to step out of the car without a word, ignoring the driver's concerned look as he held the door open for me.Our ever-loyal maids rushed toward me the second I entered the house, their faces etched with worry and the polite, professional mask as though they didn't know how to handle me in this fragile state. I couldn't blame them though. I didn't know how to handle myself eit