Divorced CEO's Forgotten Wife Strikes Back (Riley and Bryce) novel Chapter 137

**TITLE: Dreams Refuse Gravity by Leo Arden Knox**
**Chapter 137: Congratulations**

Why was Riley uttering those words? And why did her voice, imbued with warmth, intertwine with the hazy form of a figure from a long-forgotten past? Who was it that had truly rescued him during those tumultuous days?

Riley cradled the boy gently, her presence enveloping him like a soft blanket, easing the fear that had gripped his small heart. Gradually, the boy’s wails diminished, his breathing slowing as he succumbed to the soothing rhythm of sleep in her embrace.

With utmost care, Riley laid him back on the hospital bed, her fingers delicately tucking the thin blanket around him. The room, filled with the sterile scent of antiseptic, felt strangely comforting in that moment.

“Thank you so much for today,” the orphanage director expressed, his voice thick with gratitude, almost choking on the weight of his appreciation. “You saved his life, and now you’ve offered him solace. I truly don’t know how I can repay you for this.”

Riley offered a gentle smile, shaking her head in modesty. “It’s simply what I’m meant to do. There’s no need for thanks,” she replied, her voice calm and steady.

Even though she had stepped away from her military life, the oath she had taken still served as her guiding star, illuminating her path in moments like this.

“If anything arises with him, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me,” she added, her tone serious yet warm.

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As Riley concluded her conversation with the director, she stepped out of the infirmary, the heavy door clicking shut behind her.

To her surprise, she found Bryce lingering by the entrance, his posture tense and his expression unreadable.

What is he doing here? she wondered, a flicker of unease stirring within her.

Determined to bypass him, she took a step forward, but Bryce shifted, blocking her way with an intensity that made her heart race.

“Why would you say that to that kid?” he demanded, his voice taut with an uncharacteristic urgency.

Riley’s brow furrowed slightly in confusion. “Say what?” she replied, genuinely puzzled.

“You told him you’d save him. That you’d definitely save him. Why would you make such a promise?” Bryce’s voice quivered, panic creeping into his chest like a cold shadow.

Her response was measured, cool as ice. “Why? Am I not entitled to say that?”

“No, it’s just… why would you…” Bryce stumbled over his words, frustration spilling over as he continued, “Riley, I don’t know where you got that from, but why do you keep mimicking Bella? We both know—”

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