Regretting the wife 97

Regretting the wife 97

It was just past 1 a.m. on the first day of the new year when Irwin was rushed into the emergency room

The attending physician examined his injuries, his brows furrowing with concern. The wound’s pretty deep,he said gravely. It might’ve reached the bone.” 

Briony stood outside the ER, watching Stewart pace back and forth, his phone pressed tightly to his ear. The fear and anxiety written all over his face were impossible to miss

She never imagined things would spiral out of control like this

Though Briony had her share of resentment, she’d never once intended for Irwin to get hurt

She’d cared for him for five years. Colds and sniffles happened often enough, but tumbles and scrapes were rare. This was by far the worst injury he’d suffered since he was born, and Briony couldn’t pretend she didn’t 

care

After all, she’d raised this boy with her own hands; he’d called her Momfor five years. And now, because of a single argument, he was lying in the ER, fighting for his life… 

No matter what mistakes Rosita and Stewart had made, Irwin was just a childan innocent bystander

Briony pressed a trembling hand to her lower abdomen, her chest tightening with guilt

She couldn’t bring herself to harden her heart toward Irwinyet when it came to her own children, she’d always been cold and ruthless

Ever since she had learned of their existence, it seemed as if she’d done nothing but turn her back on them

But if Irwin was innocent, then what about her own kids

Weren’t they just as blameless

A wave of pain crashed over her, so sharp she had to close her eyes to keep from crying out

Her mother was gone, and soon, these two children would be taken from her as well

She would be left in this world with no oneutterly alone

Briony turned away, moving slowly, and suddenly felt her wrist caught in a firm grip

Going somewhere?Stewart’s voice was low and cold, edged with anger

She frowned, turning to meet his accusing gaze. Her own expression was cool, her eyes flat and lifeless

Stewart’s face hardened even further. Irwin got hurt because of you. He’s still in there, fighting for his life!” 

Briony hadn’t planned to leavenot yet. At the very least, she would wait until Irwin was out of danger. She was just exhausted and wanted to find a place to sit and wait

But she didn’t bother explaining herself to Stewart. There was no point

She pulled her hand free from his grasp, ignoring the intense look in his eyes

Without glancing back, Briony walked over to an empty seat, folded her arms around herself, and stared at the floor, her gaze unfocusedanywhere but Stewart

He noticed how thinly she was dressed and, after a moment’s hesitation, took off his coat and approached her. A shadow fell over her. Before she could react, the heavy black overcoat, still warm from his body, se f around her shoulders

Briony immediately reached up to shrug it off, but Stewart, clearly anticipating her move, gently pressed her shoulders. No need to punish yourself just because you’re angry,he said quietly

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09:59 

Chapter 97 

She froze

Stewart!Rosita’s anxious voice rang out as she hurried toward them

Stewart let go of Briony and turned to meet Rosita, catching her just as she stumbled. He looked up at the man who had accompanied herDirector Quentin Lockwood, Rosita’s stepbrother and Irwin’s uncle

Has Dr. Faust arrived?Stewart asked

He’s already inside,” Quentin replied, glancing briefly at Briony before turning back to Stewart. Is that Irwin’s foster mother?” 

Stewart caught the implication in his tone and frowned. She had nothing to do with this. It was an accident.” Quentin offered a thin, knowing smile. As long as Irwin’s okay, we’ll work things out.” 

Stewart’s expression darkened. Is that a threat, Director Lockwood?” 

Quentin adjusted his goldrimmed glasses, his lips curving in a polite smile. I thought you had plenty of faith in Dr. Faust.” 

He paused, watching Stewart’s face grow even more stormy, then raised an eyebrow. Our brilliant Attorney Wentworthgetting rattled because he cares?” 

Quentin looked every bit the refined gentleman, but those striking hazel eyes always gave him an air of cold detachment, something untamable

Stewart had dealt with him a few times before and knew all too well that Quentin was fiercely protective of his family

Just as nowhe didn’t bother with pleasantries, coming straight to the point with threats and provocation. Stewart narrowed his eyes. You certainly play the part of protective brother well.” 

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Regretting the wife

Regretting the wife

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