HIS REGRET (Ex-Husband wants Me Back) novel Chapter 367

**Shadows of the Past – By Emma Clarke Chapter 367**

“Thank you for the lovely dinner,” Selena expressed with a polite smile, her voice warm yet measured.

As the evening drew to a close, Selena felt a sense of accomplishment wash over her. The gathering had been a success in her eyes, providing a perfect opportunity to weave herself into the fabric of the Miller family through Eli’s educational prospects. They exchanged heartfelt farewells with their gracious hosts, the Millers.

“Take care,” Riana said, her smile delicate yet genuine. However, her demeanor shifted abruptly when Eli stepped forward with unexpected enthusiasm.

The little girl enveloped Riana in a quick embrace, her face radiating joy. “GrandMa, thank you so much for the dinner!”

“Of-of course, Eli,” Riana stammered, her attempt to maintain composure faltering under the warmth of Eli’s affection.

Next, Eli approached Nathan, her movements slightly hesitant, as if she were testing the waters. “Um… thank you, Grand Dad, for choosing a school for me. I promise I’ll work really hard once I start.”

Nathan scrutinized her, his gaze penetrating yet kind. Her eyes—a deep, clear shade that sparkled with innocence—held a magnetic quality that could evoke sympathy from anyone who dared to meet her gaze. Yet, as he looked deeper, he found no trace of Chase in this child, a realization that left him with an unsettling emptiness.

“Yes, do your best. I have faith in you, Eli,” he replied, offering a faint smile while gently patting the top of her head. “Make sure you get home safely, and don’t forget to rest well.”

As the car glided slowly through the Miller gates, the warm glow of the garden lights faded into mere specks in the rearview mirror. Eli sat in the backseat, her fingers intertwined tightly, the tension of the evening still etched across her small face, a remnant of the formalities she had navigated.

“Mom,” she called softly, glancing over at Selena, who was momentarily lost in the scenery passing by the window.

Selena turned her head, her expression shifting to one of attentiveness. “What is it, sweetheart?”

“Grandpa mentioned I’ll be going to Saint Loisse. But… can we still visit Saint SunRise tomorrow?”

A gentle smile crept onto Selena’s lips—a soothing expression that had a way of dissolving doubts and suspicions.

“Of course we can, my dear. Mommy will take you. There’s no rule against visiting. You can explore the classrooms, check out the facilities… and see if it feels like a place you might want to attend one day. You still have two whole weeks before you start at Saint Loisse.”

Eli’s eyes sparkled with eagerness. “I want to see the school where Papa used to work. But… is it really impossible for me to enroll there now?”

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