HIS REGRET (Ex-Husband wants Me Back) novel Chapter 276

Kate fell silent, her eyes widening.

“At this moment, Althea is being tested to see if her blood type matches Josh’s.”

“Then what are we waiting for?” Kate shot to her feet. “Let’s find the doctor and test mine too, to make sure your memory isn’t wrong. But I’m certain—my blood matches Josh’s. Take it. However much he needs. I don’t care. I’ll give it all. For my grandson.”

“Mommy, listen to me.” Felicia’s gaze held hers, steady but urgent. She fought to keep her voice calm. “You’re not young anymore. Donating could put you at risk. I don’t want you to push yourself.”

Kate clasped both her daughter’s hands tightly, her voice trembling but resolute. “No risk matters, Felicia. Josh’s life is worth more. Don’t let it be too late.”

Felicia shut her eyes, then gave a small nod. “All right. If that’s truly your decision, I’ll call the nurse right away.”

Kate drew in a deep breath, trying to calm her racing heart. “Thank you, God! You’ve given me a chance to make amends, even if just a little. I only want one thing… for Josh to come back to us. Don’t take him away.”

Felicia hugged her again, more gently this time, as though steadying them both. “I’m so grateful you’re here, Mommy. Without you, I think I would’ve lost all hope.”

A nurse hurried in after being called. “Ma’am, are you the donor?”

Kate nodded firmly, though her cheeks were streaked with tears. “Yes. Do it quickly. Don’t waste time.”

“Very well. Please come with me for a brief test first,” the nurse said, her tone professional yet kind.

Kate turned to Felicia before moving. “Don’t worry. I’m strong. Tell Althea… I won’t ask for anything in return. I only want to save that child.”

Felicia gripped her mother’s hand, grounding her. “I’ll tell her. Trust me, Mommy… this will change everything. At least Josh will have a chance to stay with us.”

They walked briskly toward the examination room; Kate’s steps unsteady yet filled with determination. Just then, Chase and Daven entered almost at the same time. Both men froze when they saw Kate.

“Mom,” Daven’s voice cracked, caught between shock and relief. “You… you’re here?”

Kate gave a quick nod. “There’s so much I want to say, but something far more important needs to be done first. Wait for me, Daven.”

Daven frowned in confusion, trying to make sense of her words. His eyes shifted to Felicia, who was twisting her hands together anxiously.

“What’s going on?”

“Do I look like I’m joking?” Felicia snapped, her frustration breaking through. “Why would I lie when my nephew’s life is hanging in the balance?!”

“Felicia,” Daven interjected firmly. “Mr. Miller didn’t mean it that way. He’s just… shocked. Look at his face. You can see how devastated we both are.”

Chase squeezed his eyes shut, dragging in long, uneven breaths. The lines across his forehead deepened with every second. “What about the city’s blood bank? Has the hospital contacted them?”

“They have, Mr. Miller,” Felicia answered, forcing her tone steady. Daven was right—they were all the same in this moment. Worried. Broken. Staggered by how severe Josh’s condition had become. The clock was ticking too fast, and any reckless move could cost them dearly.

“Tell us everything clearly, Felicia,” Daven pressed, his voice fraying between anger and fear.

Felicia inhaled sharply, then nodded. “Like I said, Josh needs O-negative. The hospital has already reached out to the blood bank, but supplies are scarce. That type is extremely rare.”

“Then I’ll start making calls. Someone out there has to be a match,” Chase said, determination cutting through his panic.

“And that’s why,” Felicia continued softly, “Mommy volunteered to donate. She has the same blood type as Josh.”

For a moment, the world seemed to stop. Daven froze, his eyes widening in disbelief. “Mommy… she’s the one donating her blood?”