Between Ruin And Resolve My Ex-Husband's Regret novel Chapter 38

Chapter 38 Coldness

Roy and Noah had already taken their respective places on the plush sofas, poised to dive into their business discussion.

Roy leaned forward with a warm smile, his eyes twinkling with genuine admiration. “Mr. Wall, I must say, your secretary is quite remarkable. So young, yet she grasps the intricacies of the project like a seasoned pro. It’s a rare find,” he noted, his voice rich with sincerity as he nodded towards Sadie. “You’ve really landed yourself an extraordinary talent there!”

Sadie allowed herself a small, humble smile in response. Her voice was soft yet confident as she replied, “Mr. Dominguez, you’re too kind. I’m just fulfilling my responsibilities and continually learning from Mr. Wall.”

Her posture remained impeccable, a testament to her professionalism, as she anticipated the successful closure of their discussion which would, in turn, secure her a well–deserved bonus.

The mere thought sparked a subtle gleam of anticipation in her eyes.

On the sidelines, Kyla observed the exchange, her heart simmering with envy.

There was no way in hell she was going to stand there and let Sadie steal the spotlight!

Taking a deep, calming breath to quell the rising storm of indignation, Kyla masked her frustration with a practiced, serene smile and sat next to Noah with graceful nonchalance. Her voice was light, almost airy, as she chimed in, “Mr. Dominguez, perhaps there’s been a slight misunderstanding. In truth, Noah was the one behind this proposal. Sadie was merely assisting in its delivery. The main thing, of course, is your satisfaction with the work.”

Her words, wrapped in a veil of politeness, were designed not just to set the record straight but to subtly diminish Sadie’s role to that of a simple intermediary.

Roy, a seasoned judge of character from years of encountering diverse personalities, swiftly grasped the hidden intentions in Kyla’s cautious words. With a discerning glance, his features subtly shifted to a frown, reflecting his displeasure.

He was no stranger to whispers of Kyla’s past with Noah, and her recent reappearance had already sparked whispers among their circles.

Despite Noah’s lingering affection for his former lover, Roy was resolute in disregarding her.

Roy cleared his throat pointedly, his gaze piercing as it swept across Noah and Kyla, finally anchoring on Noah with a significant weight. “Mr. Wall, I would appreciate a moment to discuss our potential collaboration in private at your earliest convenience. Given that you have company today, perhaps we should postpone our conversation.”

His words hung heavy in the air, amplifying the tension.

Kyla’s expression hardened, a mix of regret and embarrassment crossing her features as she realized her misstep had soured the mood.

Just as she was gearing up to defuse the tension, Roy abruptly stood and exited the room.

Sadie’s voice faltered. “Mr. Dominguez…” She watched, a blend of anxiety and frustration brewing within her, as her chance to secure the deal seemed to vanish with his departure, yet she restrained her emotions before Noah. Powerless, she could only look at Roy’s retreating figure.

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Chapter 38 Coldness

When Roy was out of sight, Sadie turned towards Noah, her expression one of bewilderment. She ventured cautiously, “Mr. Wall, this moment could be crucial for finalizing our cooperation. Perhaps you could still…”

She was cut off mid–sentence by Noah’s frosty voice. “Sadie, who authorized you to approach Mr. Dominguez on your own?”