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Dear Ex-Wife Please Be Mine Again (Christina and Alex) novel Chapter 140

Chapter 140 

© Christiana’s POV

It had been a week. Seven long, excruciating days where Alex barely spoke to me beyond the necessities. Seven days where the tension in the air was thick enough to cut with a knife. Seven days of watching him FaceTime the kids with a warmth and love that didn’t extend to me 

When it came to me, his words were sharp, his tone clipped. The way he said my name felt like a punishment in itself, a constant reminder of his 

anger

1 sank onto the edge of the couch, running my fingers through my hair. What was I thinking?I muttered to myself, staring blankly at the coffee table. The question had haunted me since the moment we got back from Daniel’s house

The answer was simple. I wasn’t thinking, I was reacting cacting to Daniel’s grandmother showing up at my suite, her frail hands trembling as she begged me to help her. I thought I was doing the right thing. And now? Now, it felt like I’d set my relationship on fire

picked up my phone and stared at Alex’s number for what felt like the hundredth time that day. My thumb hovered over the call button, but I couldn’t bring myself to press it. Every time I tried, I remembered the way he’d looked at me that day..his eyes filled with hurt and anger

I stood abruptly, pacing the length of the living room. He’s still here,I said aloud, trying to reassure myself. Alex hadn’t left. He was still in town, still FaceTiming the kids every night, still ensuring his men were stationed nearby to watch over us. He was angry, yes, but he hadn’t walked away. Not yet 

But how long would that last

The door to the suite opened, and Emma came running in, her laughter filling the space as Ethan followed close behind. I forced a smile, kneeling down to greet them. How was your time with Nanny Clara?” 

Good!Emma exclaimed, holding up a piece of paper. I finished my castle drawing, Mom! Can we show Daddy tonight?” 

I froze for a moment, then nodded. Of course, sweetheart. I’m sure Daddy will love it.” 

Do you think he’ll come visit soon? Eihan asked, his wide eyes full of innocence

I don’t know, baby,I said softly, brushing his hair back. But he’ll call you tonight, like he always does.” 

The kids ran off to their room, leaving me alone with my thoughts once again

When the phon 

g a little later, my heart leapt into my throat. It was Alex. I answered quickly, trying to keep my voice steady. Hi” 

phone rang

How are the kidehe asked, his tone neutral

They’re fine.” I replied, gripping the phone tightly. Emma finished her drawing. She’s excited to show you” 

TU FaceTime them after dinner,he said

I hesitated, my chest 

tightening Alex.I began, my voice trembling. Can we talk! Please?” 

What is there to talk about?he asked coldly

I made a mistake,” I said, the words rushing out of me. I know I shouldn’t have gone to Daniel’s. I wasn’t thinking about how it would affect you.. us. I just wanted to help his grandmother. That’s all.” 

And you didn’t think to tell me?he countered, his voice laced with frustration

I didn’t think it would matter,I admitted, my voice barely above a whisper. I was wrong, Alex. Late that now.” 

There was a long pause on the other end. When he finally spoke, his voice was calm, but the anger was still there, simmering beneath the surface. You don’t get to decide what matters, Christiana. Not when it comes to us.” 

I felt the sting of his words like a physical blow. Tm sorry,I said, my voice breaking

Sorry doesn’t fix this,” he said. TI call the kids later.” 

The line went dead before I could say another word

I stared at the phone, tears streaming down my face. Alex hadn’t left me, but he was so far away, it felt like he might as well have

Suddenly, a knock on the door startled me, jolting me out of my spiraling thoughts. I quickly wiped my tears with the back of my hand, taking a deep breath to steady myself. The guards wouldn’t just let anyone approach my suite, so whoever was at the door had to be important. Sull, I wasn’t prepared for anything

MIPM 

Chapter 140 

When I opened the door, my breath caught

It was Alex 

He stood there, tall and powerful, his sharp suit slightly rumpled, his piercing eyes locking onto mine. For a moment, I thought I might be dreaming. After a week of cold conversations and painful distance, seeing him here, just inclies away, left me stunned

AlexI whispered, unable to say more

He didn’t reply. Not a word. Instead, he stepped forward, closing the space between us in one swift motion. Before I could process what was happening, his arms were around me, pulling me into a tight embrace

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