บททั้งหมดของ Regret of Her Ex-Husband: บทที่ 31 - บทที่ 40

CHARLOTTE"Just a little bit longer, and I will be done," I muttered, quickly highlighting a paragraph of the document I had been studying.I reclined on the chair's headrest, expelling a deep breath.It had been a long, rigorous day at the office.Multiple training and meetings upon meetings gave me a little time to cover all the essential things I had to read for the upcoming assessment.I would read more at home, though.I studied all night because I couldn't afford to screw the assessment up.My motivation was Nathan’s belief in my skills, and it was enough to strengthen me.A small smile curled up my lips as I remembered him.He’d gone on his business trip, but—The chime of the desk clock startled me from my thoughts, and I glanced at it.4 pm.Oh shit!I had to pick up Charles from school today.He’d started school at the kindergarten owned by the Hamiltons.Thanks to Nathan, his assistant had driven my little boy to school this morning, but it was evening now, and the duty of

CHARLOTTEAs the cab pulled to a stop, I tightened my grip on Charles's hand, pulled him close, and exited the vehicle.I quickly paid the driver, and after grabbing Charles's bag, we began walking down the street toward our new home.My heart still raced from the upsetting events earlier at the school, but I tried to push aside the thoughts and instead focus on my boy.I glanced at him.His face was still gloomy as he stared straight ahead. He had been quiet since leaving the school, and I knew why.With a sigh, I gently squeezed his hand and asked, “So, what do you think of the new house?”“It’s cool.”“Is it? Were you able to look around?”He shrugged, giving me a ‘no’ in response.A smile appeared on my face, and I began describing the house.“The house is spacious and cozy. I have a big kitchen, living room, and balcony. I also have plans to decorate your room with your favorite toys and get a TV for you.”“A TV? For me?” His eyes suddenly sparked with excitement, and I laughed.

AUTHOR’S POVIt only took the briefest moment, as everyone remained still with visible shock at what Charlotte had done to herself, before chaos ensued.“Charlotte!” Noah called out in a yell as he watched his sister fall the ground again.Unsheathed panic streamed through his blood vessels as he tried to writhe out from the guards holding him to get to her, but every struggle turned useless as they held him in place and he could only wail.Liam, however, had frozen with a bolt of shock.He hadn’t expected that.That she could ever pull off self-harm to protect someone she loved.Yes, he’d known things about Charlotte in the years they were married, and he wouldn’t deny that she was kind and selfless but hurting herself because of a loved one.Willingly embracing death to save her kin…it was new to him. And for the first time, he felt totally discombobulated, and afraid.“Let me go!” Noah’s determination to get to his sister was still unfettering as the bodyguards resilience in lettin

NATHAN‘…Marry my daughter, and your apology will be accepted.’That was a laughable request, and as it repeated in my head, I couldn’t help snorting at it.Felix Chandler grimaced as if offended.“You think it’s stupid?” he frowned deeper.“I can’t be made to marry your daughter over some mistake of the past, Mr. Felix,” I stated matter-of-factly. “but I can recompense.”His anger grew evident on his face.“You can recompense?”“Yes. I can compensate Wendy or you for—““Are you trying to buy our apology?” he interrupted harshly, his lips curled up in a sneer. “Do you think we’re cheap enough to—”“First, Mr. Felix,” It was my turn to interrupt him. “I don’t intend to ‘buy’ apologies. I want a situation where both parties are happy, and marriage doesn’t do it for me.”“I don’t—"“I’ll give her anything else she wants except marriage,” I stated. “A healthy space? A good phycologist? A dating partner? Even money, millions? Name it.”“Mr. Nathan—”“I won’t offer your daughter marriage,”

NATHANA DAY EARLIER (Flashback)I changed my mind.I’d considered going home before visiting Charlotte but decided against it.Facing my father wasn’t at the top of my list right now.So I told my driver to drive straight to the hospital.When I arrived, I went straight to the receptionist's desk, signed off on Charlotte’s card, and was swiftly directed to her room.When I arrived, I met Dan, Charles, and Noah sitting beside a still-unconscious Charlotte.Noah’s face looked pale, and his eyes were puffy, indicating he was crying. Dan had his hands around him and squeezed every once in a while.Charles also looked miserable and kept looking up anxiously. The little kid was the first to spot me.“Uncle Nathan!” His squeaky voice called out, drawing everyone in the room's attention.He jumped up from his chair and ran over to me.“Uncle Nathan!” He repeated as he wrapped his tiny arms around my leg. “Thank God you came. I thought you wouldn’t come.” He sniffed loudly, then began sobbing