Between Ruin And Resolve My Ex-Husband's Regret novel Chapter 71

Chapter 71 My Treat

“There’s an upscale restaurant nearby with great reviews. Are you available? My treat,” Sadie offered.

Alex hesitated briefly. “Your doctor recommended a light diet for now–no seafood, among other restrictions.”

His gaze held a flicker of concern as he studied her.

Sadie chuckled and said, “I won’t order anything I’m not supposed to. Come on, you’ve done so much for me. Let me show my appreciation.”

Her voice was light, yet firm, making it clear she wouldn’t take no for an answer.

A brief look of disappointment crossed Alex’s face, but he quickly masked it with a warm smile. “It’d be rude to decline, wouldn’t it?”

Though his expression remained gentle, a quiet sadness lingered in his eyes.

They arrived at the restaurant and stepped through the grand revolving door. The glow of an opulent crystal chandelier bathed the space in dazzling light.

That was when the evening took an unexpected turn.

Sadie’s eyes immediately landed on Noah and Kyla, walking towards a private dining room together. Noah’s tailored suit and confident posture gave him an air of quiet authority, while Kyla, clinging to his arm, wore a sweet, knowing smile.

Sadie’s chest tightened. She instinctively wanted to avoid them, but Kyla’s sharp gaze had already spotted her.

“Sadie? Weren’t you supposed to be resting in the hospital? What brings you here?” Kyla’s voice carried a mix of surprise and something far less innocent.

Her eyes flickered toward Alex, and a smirk played on her lips. “You sure have time for romance, even while recovering.” Noah’s attention shifted to Sadie, his expression darkening. His gaze held a storm of emotions–jealousy, frustration, something unreadable.

Sadie exhaled slowly, steadying herself. The last thing she wanted was to show weakness in front of Kyla.

“Is that really all your mind can process? Maybe you should have it checked out,” Sadie said coolly, her tone laced with

quiet defiance

Kyla’s smile faltered. She clutched her chest theatrically, her voice suddenly soft and fragile. “I was just worried about you. Shouldn’t your health come first? I didn’t think you’d snap at me like that…”

The sickly–sweet tone was suffocating.

The silence that followed was thick with tension.

Before Sadie could fire back, Alex spoke up. “You’re the one who sounds unwell. Maybe get yourself to a doctor before it turns into an emergency.”

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