Unmasked My CEO Ex-Husband’s Regret novel Chapter 329

Melody delivered the statement with chilling calm.

There was absolutely no trace of accusation, resentment, or anger in her tone.

It sounded exactly as though she was merely reporting that a classmate had eaten all their lunch and listened to the teacher today—simply stating an objective fact that had nothing to do with her.

It was a reaction entirely alien to anything Julian had anticipated.

In fact, in the past few years, Julian had never once seen her act this way.

He had mentally prepared himself for Melody to throw a tantrum, even mapping out exactly how to soothe her. But he never, in his wildest dreams, imagined she would be this composed.

A normal four-year-old child wouldn't even fully grasp the true meaning of 'abandoned.' A smarter one might simplify it to 'doesn't want us anymore,' leading to tears, disappointment, and lashing out in a frantic, childish attempt to express their fear of rejection.

But four-year-old Melody not only perfectly understood the definition of 'abandoned,' she had thoroughly processed the concept, accepted the reality of being cast aside, and was now matter-of-factly relaying it to the very man who had thrown her away.

In an instant, every excuse and justification Julian had constructed collided and shattered in his mind.

If those words had come from Elara or anyone else, he would have instantly assumed they were deliberately brainwashing the child against him.

Alternatively, if Melody had sounded even the slightest bit upset or confused, Julian could have convinced himself she didn't truly understand, and that with enough gentle guidance, he could still win her back.

But there was nothing.

None of the scenarios he had clung to played out.

He was entirely out of excuses to absolve himself.

Faced with his daughter's undeniable verdict, Julian couldn't utter a single syllable in his defense.

After an agonizing silence, Melody seemingly decided he had nothing left to say and prepared to end the call.

But just before disconnecting, she hesitated, offering one last polite warning. "I'm hanging up now."

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