Regretting the wife 166

Regretting the wife 166

Chapter 166 

On the drive back, Briony filled Stella in on the three conditions Stewart had laid out

When Stella heard them, she exploded. Is he out of his mind? He wants you to go on vacation with him and his son when you’re about to get divorced? Ugh! What a creep! And his kid’s a little brat, toor 

Briony pressed her lips together, saying nothing

After a moment. Stella calmed herself and glanced over So, what are you thinking?” 

He gave me three days to decide. I need to think it over,Briony admitted. She wasn’t ready to give in just yet

She still wanted to take her chances

Stella didn’t pick up on her hesitation, only nodded and said, Wright, we’ve got three days. We’ll figure something out.” 

Yeah 

Stella dropped Briony off at Dolphin Cove

She watched Briony disappear inside, then sat in her car, lost in thought. After some deliberation, she pulled out her phone and called Cedric Clarke

Cedric picked up right away. Dr. Joyner?” 

“Hi, Dr. Clarke. Sorry to bother you this late. Do you have a minute?” 

Cedric chuckled. I’m single with nowhere to be, so trust me, you’re not interrupting anything.” 

Stella rolled her eyes, but pressed on. Let me guessyou think I’m calling about Briony?” 

What else?” Cedric replied. Stewart’s not the type to call and vent, but you are. So I figured it had to be about Briony 

You’re right. Stewart met with her today at Southcreek Manor and gave her three outrageous ultimatums!Stella was practically seething just mentioning Stewart. Each one was crazier than the last!” 

What sort of conditions?” 

Stella ranted, listing all three to Cedric 

He listened in silence, and after a long pause, finally said, T’ll admit, those are pretty out there. But I have a feeling Stewart means what he says this time. You might want to advise Briony to consider it.” 

“Me? Advise her to give in?” 

Stella’s voice nearly blew out the speakers, Cedric winced and held the phone away from his ear

Cedric Clarke, I thought you had more sensel Sure, you’re friends with Stewart, but I figured you still had basic decency. I called you hoping you’d talk some sense into himnot take his side!” 

Hold on-Cedric started, exasperated. Just hear me outcalm down for a second-” 

If you defend Stewart one more time, don’t expect me to ever acknowledge you again!” 

No need to go that far,Cedric said with a faint laugh. But I know Stewart. The fact that he’s laying out terms means he’s actually serious about the divorce.” 

“What do you expect? He’s already planning a wedding with Rosital Unless he thinks he’s in some medieval drama and can have multiple wives at oncel” 

Cedric hesitated. About Rositait’s complicated. She has brain cancer, and she’s struggled with depression. Stewart’s only marrying her to make sure she doesn’t leave this world with regrets.” 

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Brain cancer and depression?” Stella was skeptical She’s an actressshe’s been faking it all along!” 

Cedric paused again. Tve looked into it myself. The fact that you’re calling me shows you still trust me a little, so I’ll stand by what I say 

Stella picked up on the hidden meaning So there is something fishy about Rosita, isn’t there?” 

“I can’t tell you everything. But I will say this: Stewart’s done Briony wrong, but he’s got his own burdens.” 

Cedric’s voice trailed off, then became firm. If you and Briony want this divorce finalized soon, take my a accept Stewart’s terms 

Stella was still fuming, but she knew Cedric wasn’t one to let right and wrong get muddled

And if Briony refuses?” 

advice

Then what are you going to fight him headon?Cedric’s ton grew grave. I wouldn’t recommend it. If Stewart goes off the rails, there’s no stopping him. And this is best kept privatedon’t take it public, for Irwin’s sake

The kid doesn’t deserve to get caught in the crossfire.” 

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