Regretting the wife 173

Regretting the wife 173

Irwin immediately grinned. Mom, open it! Hurry!” 

Briony lifted the lid of the jewelry box

Inside was a pale lavender crystal bracelet

These had become quite trendy this year 

Mom, they said something about this year being specialthe lady selling the bracelet tried to explain, but it was all so complicated I didn’t really get itAnyway, she said wearing this kind of purple crystal is supposed to be really good luck right now. I want you to be happy so I bought it for you!” 

There was an innocence in her child’s words that went straight to Briony’s heart 

She stared at the bracelet nestled in the box, her emotions tangled

Once upon a time, a gift chosen so thoughtfully by Irwin would have moved her deeply

But things had changed

Now, looking at the crystal bracelet, all she felt was a heavy, conflicted acheany trace of warmth or joy was long gone

Irwin noticed her silence and grew anxious. Did Mom even like the bracelet

Mom, don’t you like it?” 

Briony snapped out of her reverie, closed the box, and forced a small smile. It’s very nice. Thank you for the gift.” 

She slipped the box into her bag, unfolded a small blanket, and reached for her sleep mask

Tm going to rest. If you need anything, ask your dad.” 

Adjusting her seat so she could lie down, Briony turned away to face the window and pulled the mask over her eyes

Irwin’s shoulders drooped. Disappointed, he mumbled, Oh. Okay” 

Lately, Briony had been sleeping a lot. Sure enough, it wasn’t long before she drifted off

In the last row of first class, Stella and James kept a close watch on the three sitting ahead of them

Fortunately, the flight passed without incident

Four hours later, the plane touched down at Cloudcrest International Airport

Briony had put together the travel itinerary, but Stewart had handled all the arrangements along the way

From the airport to the rental house, Briony barely spoke a word

Irwin, on the other hand, chattered nonstop, determined to keep things upbeat, but Stewart was the only one responding to him

When they arrived at the house and went to check in, Stella and James showed up as well

Irwin spotted James instantly

Mr. Delaney!He gaped and pointed at James in surprise. What are you doing here?!” 

At this point, neither James nor Stella bothered hiding

James took off his sunglasses and waved cheerfully. What a coincidence! Looks like we all picked the same spot for a vacation.” 

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Irwin frowned suspiciously. This isn’t a coincidence at all! You totally followed us here!” 

Stella slid off her own sunglasses and linked her arm through James’s, looking smug as she faced Irwin. Hey, you don’t own this place, you know What’s wrong with a couple taking a little romantic trip together?” 

At that, Stewart gave Stella and James a cool, indifferent look

Then he ruffled Irwin’s hair gently. Irwin, don’t be rude.” 

Irwin snorted and ignored them, then hurried to grab Briony’s hand. Mom, you’re not allowed to hang out with them! You promisedthis trip is just the three of us!” 

Friony glanced at Irwin, her expression unreadable, and said nothing

Stewart didn’t seem bothered by James and Stella’s presence at all

He collected the room keys at the front desk, then turned to Bony. The rooms are ready. Let’s take our bags: up” 

Briony held out her hand. 1 want my own room. Give me my key.” 

Stewart’s brows lifted as he fixed Briony with a steady, searching gaze

After a moment, he dangled the keycard in his hand, lips quirking up. It’s a family suite. We’re staying together.” 

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Regretting the wife

Regretting the wife

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Regretting the wife

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