Unmasked My CEO Ex-Husband’s Regret novel Chapter 400

However, some things were better left unsaid. After a moment of silence to collect himself, Julian forced his tone to sound less intimidating. "Don't worry. I'll find someone to handle this as quickly as possible."

That wasn't the issue at all.

From the moment she joined his company—no, from the second she decided to return to the country to be by his side—Vivian had studied Julian obsessively. She memorized his likes and dislikes, how his face changed when he was pleased, and the subtle shifts in his demeanor when he was furious.

They hadn't been together that long, but Vivian was certain she understood Julian just as intimately as Elara or Meredith Beckett did.

That brief silence, coupled with the sudden shift in his tone, instantly told her exactly what he was worried about.

She desperately wanted to keep persuading him but was terrified of pushing him over the edge.

After a moment of internal debate, Vivian decided to play along for now. She would slowly coax him when a better opportunity arose.

"Alright."

She feigned absolute trust, looking deeply convinced as she submissively dropped the subject. "I'll listen to you."

Her meek obedience suddenly made Julian feel a pang of guilt.

Vivian only ever wanted what was best for him. She probably just wanted to ease his burden, and he was the one overthinking it, twisting her love into something needlessly complicated and misunderstanding her intentions.

"I'm sorry."

Julian pulled her into a regretful embrace, kissing her gently to soothe her. "I mismanaged this situation. I didn't want you getting dragged down with me, so please, just let me handle it this time."

She had already decided to back down, so earning his apology and tender comfort was an unexpected victory. Her heart fluttered with sheer sweetness.

"I know."

Vivian melted against his chest, tilting her head to invite another kiss. "You're only doing this because you don't want to make things hard for me. I understand."

Julian returned the kiss with fervor, his guilt deepening as he silently vowed to find a way to make it up to her.

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