Regretting the wife 216

Regretting the wife 216

Chapter 216 

I was free before, but you never showed,Stewart said flatly

That was a fluke,” Briony shot back, frowning. I’m available any time these days.” 

Well, I’m not.” 

Briony didn’t buy it. Don’t tell me you’re so busy you can’t even spare an hour to get the divorce papers signed.” Irwin’s been acting up lately. I really can’t get away.” 

It’s just an hour.” 

You brought Irwin into our lives. You know how he getswhen he throws a fit, it takes forever to calm him down.” 

Briony pressed her lips together. When she used to look after Irwin, he rarely threw tantrums. But when he did, he was stubborn, and it always took time and patience to talk him down

Of course, if you really want, I could bring Irwin along.” Stewart continued, his voice drifting through the phone. I just worry he’ll get attached all over again once he sees you.” 

Briony was silent, taking a slow breath to steady herself. Stewart, I don’t want to go in circles. Just answer mewhen are we finalizing the divorce?” 

Do you really have to go through with this?he asked quietly

She almost laughed in disbelief. Have I not made myself clear enough?” 

He hesitated, his voice dropping. But youyou’ll never be able to have children of your own now.” 

Briony gave a cold, sharp laugh. So what?” 

If you’d just reconsider,Stewart said, suddenly solemn, we don’t have to get divorced. Irwin could always be your son. We could still be a family.” 

For a moment, Briony couldn’t breathe. She honestly thought she must have misheard him

So this was Stewart’s version of sympathy? Because she couldn’t have children anymore, he was willing to offer Irwin to her as some kind of consolation prize

She never realized a forged medical record could have such an impact

Once again, Stewart managed to shatter her expectations

Listen to me, Stewart,” she said icily. I’d rather spend my life alone than ever look your way again.” 

He fell silent on the other end

Briony closed her eyes, swallowing her anger. Hands resting on her stomach, she spoke with a chilling calm. I made myself clear enough back in Ghana, Stewart. People who break their word get what’s coming to them.” 

There was a pause, then Stewart gave a low, humorless laugh. “Fine. This afternoon, then.” 

Two o’clock sharp,” Briony replied immediately

Alright.” 

She ended the call

Briony asked Hannah to have a courier send all the gifts back to Southcreek Manor. Then she walked straight into her studio

She worked steadily until noon, only emerging when Gina arrived with lunch and fussed over her to remember her prenatal medication

1/3 

19:42 

Chapter 216 

After eating, Briony took her pills, set an alarm, and lay down for a rest

Her alarm woke her at 1:30. She washed her face, grabbed her bag, and headed out for city hall

She arrived at 1:50, clutching her documents as she stepped out of the car and into city hall

Outside, the sky was heavy and dark, rain beginning to fall in gentle sheets. With the last of the city’s snow melted away, Northborough’s rainy season had begun

Briony sat in the waiting area, eyes flicking up to the clock

Two o’clock, on the dot

Stewart should be here any minute

A black Mercedes pulled up in front of city hall

Carl glanced at the white BMW parked nearby, then turned to Stewart. Mr. Wentworth, it looks like Ms. Kensington’s already inside.” 

Stewart nodded, casting a glance at Irwin, who was fast asleep with his head lolling on the back seat, a mischievous glint flickering in Stewart’s dark eyes

He reached over and gently pinched Irwin’s tiny nose

Irwin frowned, rolled over, and mumbled, I’m sleepy” 

Stewart arched an eyebrow

Carl, taking in the scene, offered, Looks like the little guy’s wiped out. If you want, I can stay in the car with him so you can go in on your own.” 

It was a kind suggestionno sense dragging a tired child out in the pouring rain, risking a cold

But as soon as the words left his mouth, Stewart shot him a frosty glare

In the end, Stewart got outtaking the drowsy Irwin with him

Carl scrambled to follow, hurrying to hold the umbrella over father and son

The sound of rain drummed steadily on the umbrella, making Irwin stir. He rubbed his eyes, blinking in confusion at the unfamiliar surroundings

Dad, where are we?he asked sleepily

Stewart smoothed his hair. City hall.” 

“Huh?Irwin blinked. “Why are we here?” 

Stewart didn’t answer

Inside the building, it was easy to spot Briony waiting in the lobby

Carl folded up the umbrella and quietly stepped back

Mommy!Irwin’s eyes lit up instantly at the sight of her

Briony was startled, turning to see Stewart walking toward her with Irwin in his arms

She stood, an edge in her voice. Why did you bring him here?” 

Stewart only smiled, calm as ever. He insisted on coming. What could I do?” 

Carl, standing off to the side, nearly choked. The little guy had been sound asleep! It was Stewart who insisted on dragging him along

Mommy.Irwin reached out his arms to her, his voice pleading. I missed you

Can you hold me?” 

19:42 

Briony couldn’t pick him up, not with her pregnancy. Even if she weren’t expecting, she wouldn’t have

Ignoring Irwin’s outstretched arms, she addressed Stewart. Let Carl take him. I already got our number. There are only two ahead of us.” 

Stewart raised a brow and agreed with a quiet, Alright.” 

But as soon as he turned away, Irwin burst into tears

I don’t want Carl to take me! No, no, Daddy, are you and Mommy getting a divorce? You can’t! If you do, Mommy won’t want me anymore” 

Regretting the wife

Regretting the wife

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Regretting the wife

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