Between Ruin And Resolve My Ex-Husband's Regret novel Chapter 177

Chapter 177 Warning

Sadie raised her eyes to meet Kyla’s intense gaze, her voice steady, yet laced with a finality that chilled the air. “I’m leaving for abroad and I won’t return. Noah already believes Averi isn’t his child, so you have no worries now.”

Kyla regarded Sadie intently, her eyes narrowing as she tried to decipher the truth in her words.

There was a tense silence before Kyla’s lips curled into a mocking smile. “So, you’ve finally seen reason. You should never have started any of this mess.”

Sadie lowered her eyes.

“Keep in mind what you’ve promised.” Kyla took a sip of her coffee, leaving a vivid crimson mark on the cup’s edge.

Sadie remained silent, her features masked in stoicism as she observed Kyla, her thoughts veiled.

After what seemed like an eternity, Sadie gave a slight nod and stood to leave, her movements stiff with resolve.

Just as she walked out of the door, a voice, warm and familiar, pierced the tension.

“Sadie!”

Sadie’s body locked in place as she lifted her gaze inch by inch.

Alex was standing nearby, his expression etched with deep concern.

He hurried over, his gaze instantly drawn to Sadie’s slightly ashen complexion, the anxiety clear in his eyes.

“Hey, what’s going on? You don’t look so good,” Alex murmured, his voice laced with worry. He reached out, as if to gently caress her cheek, but hesitated, his hand hovering in the air.

Sidestepping his touch, Sadie mustered a weak smile and said, “I’m fine, really.”

But Alex wasn’t fooled. He saw right through her brave facade, his concern only intensifying.

Sadie knew she couldn’t bear to add to his worries, so she deftly shifted the conversation. “What brings you here?”

“I was just passing by,” Alex replied, though his attention remained fixed on her. “How’s Averi? Did you run into someone?” His tone held a mixture of curiosity and unease.

Sadie averted her eyes, falling silent, the weight of unspoken words between them.

Alex watched her closely, torn between pressing for answers and respecting her silence.

He sensed she was withholding something crucial, yet he chose not to pry.

After all, he had witnessed her encounter with Kyla, and the pieces were slowly coming together in his mind.

Sadie adjusted her coat with a sharp tug, turning on her heel to leave.

Just then, Alex’s voice pierced the chilly air. “Sadie!” he called, desperation tinting his tone.

She paused mid–stride, her back to him, the tension in her posture palpable.

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“No matter what happens, I’ll always be by your side.” His words hung heavy between them.

For a fleeting moment, Sadie’s resolve wavered, her shoulders tensing further under the weight of his promise.

She recognized his feelings all too well, but she couldn’t let herself feel the same.

Her mind was consumed with the safety of Averi; there was simply no room left for her own desires.

With a silent resolve, she continued forward, her silhouette gradually fading as she vanished behind the corner.

Alex’s gaze lingered on her fading silhouette, emotions twisting inside him.

He took a deep breath to steady himself before pushing open the cafe’s glass door.

Inside, Kyla’s eyes sparkled with unspoken understanding as she caught sight of him. A sly smile played at the corners of

her lips.

“Mr. Howe, what brings you here? Looking for Sadie?” she teased, her voice dripping with curiosity. “Unfortunately, she just left. Why do you care so much about Sadie?”

Alex sat across from her, his gaze sharp as he cut straight to the chase. “What did you say to her?” he demanded sharply.

Kyla gently set down her coffee spoon, the metallic clink echoing sharply in the hushed atmosphere of the cafe.

She arched an eyebrow, her voice laced with a mix of amusement and challenge. “What’s this, Mr. Howe? Are you interrogating me now?”