Forgotten Wife My Ex-Husband Regrets It After I Left (Clara and Liam) novel Chapter 246

Sienna’s POV

Outside the faint noise of cars passing by floated in. Life continued onward pausing for no one. Yet for the time, in ages I no longer felt abandoned by it.

“I want to keep this feeling,” I whispered softly. “The feeling that there’s no need to hurry. That it’s fine to move provided I don’t quit.”

Liliana gave a nod of assent. “If someday you falter once more you know where to return.”

I gazed at her feeling my chest grow warm more not from thrill but from a quiet feeling of security. In that instant amidst the leftover traces of coffee and the dimming daylight I realized one thing clearly, I wasn’t, by myself.

That made all things seem achievable.

“I suppose we’ll take that trip one day won’t we?” I inquired, to confirm.

“Yes,” Liliana said, raising her coffee cup “once your book is done. Once you’re back, on your feet. Once I’m done dealing with some clients who complicate my life.”

This time I actually laughed aloud with a genuine uninhibited chuckle. It brought a sense of relief.

I lifted my glass. Softly tapped it against hers.

“Agreed. Just don’t go hitting your clients alright? I’m notprepared to watch my closest friend appear in the news, for an assault.”

Liliana smiled. “Don’t worry. If it does occur you’ll vouch for me that I’m not guilty.”

I shook my head stifling another chuckle. That was Liliana despite being bone-tired she had the ability to make everything seem easier.

We remained quietly seated for some time. Beyond the window vehicles moved by unnoticed. Within the café the scent of coffee stayed calming. The soft murmurs of other customers blended into a negligible background.

“I’m happy you’re here,” I said abruptly, sincerely and without a filter.

This time Liliana grinned sincerely, no jest involved. “I’m always around. You’re aware of that.”

I nodded, gazing at the top of my drink as it grew cooler.

That morning I recalled Noah’s expression, how he beamed with innocence before heading to school. Liam’s look, which continued to make my heart flutter unexpectedly. Everything felt bewildering, occasionally draining, yet for the first time I didn’t feel compelled to instantly organize it all.

“Thank you,” I repeated, quietly this time. “Not, for the advice. For being here and hearing me out.”

Liliana gave a shrug. “That’s what a best friend is, for.”

We became quieter. However this silence seemed like a comforting cover. I inhaled deeply then gradually exhaled.

A feeling of calm started to rise, not due to all my issues being fixed. Because I realized I could confront them individually.

When I sat up upright in my chair it became clear to me that I wasn’t merely getting through the day. I was truly alive.

“Come along Sienna,” Liliana said while standing, “let’s get your cake to bring back. I bet you’ll be thinking about it tonight if we don’t.”

I started laughing. “It’s unfortunate how accurately you understand my routines.”She lifted one eyebrow. “That’s what they call a caring sweetheart.”