Ex-Husband’s Regret by Evelyn M.M novel Chapter 502

I am jealous. Jealous that Ava has this with Noah. She also has a close relationship with Gunner. Why didn’t I wake up from my foolishness before it was too late? My only prayer is that even if Gunner and I don’t get to be as close as Ava and Noah are, at least we’ll get to the point where he doesn’t hate my guts.

“I’m not, I promise,” I whisper even as my voice catches.

He gives me a searing look before he turns.

"Noah,” I call to him before he leaves. His back stiffens but he looks at me over his shoulder. “I’m sorry. For treating your mom horribly and trying to get between your father and her. I’m truly sorry.”

I didn’t expect him to say anything back, and he doesn’t. Instead, he turns back around and leaves me standing at the door.

Sighing, I wonder whether I should enter or just wait for Ava to come and welcome me. My mother’s teaching was still ingrained in my head years later. I’d never enter someone’s house without an invite.

Seconds later, Ava walks towards me. More like wobbles. Her baby bump was becoming more visible each time I saw her. She couldn’t hide it now. It was obvious she is expecting, even with baggy clothes.

“Oh my God, Emma,” she exclaims in a sweet voice. “I’m so sorry for Noah’s behavior. I didn’t know that he’d leave you standing on our doorstep when I sent him to open the door. Come on in.”

She hugs me before stepping aside for me to enter.

“It’s okay. I know that I’m not his favorite person.”

“Still, it was rude of him and he’ll be hearing from me later on. Don’t take it personally; once he gets to know you, he’ll understand that you’re really not a bad person.”

“It’s okay, Ava. I understand. He’s just protective of you.”

“And Gunner. They’re best friends.”