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Lost Me Gained Regret
Three years into our marriage, I felt pretty settled and content. My husband, Bryant, was an attractive, affluent man who was kind, considerate, and always steady. We had never had a screaming match or even a heated argument.
Yet one day, I saw my always composed husband corner another woman against a wall, his voice filled with rage as he questioned, “You chose to marry someone else. What gives you the right to demand anything from me now?”
This moment showed a side I had never seen; when Bryant loved passionately, it was indeed fiery and intense. In light of the circumstances, I made the decision to bow out gracefully – I divorced Bryant and disappeared, wiping my existence from his life.
Chapter 37 What was that supposed to mean? He thought I cheated on him before we even split? He was exactly that type of guy. I couldn’t be bothered to explain, so I just said indifferently, “Just friends.” “What friends?” “Bryant,” I couldn’t help but smile softly, “Dead men don’t pry.” If he wanted to … Read More “Lost Me Gained Regret Read Online Novel Chapter 37” »
Chapter 36 Anyway, we were on the verge of a divorce. After dinner, Bryant joined Timothy in the backyard for a game of chess. I was leisurely making tea on the side. Bryant played chess with a cunning and ruthless strategy, capturing another piece, which made Timothy glare at him, “You think you’re dealing with … Read More “Lost Me Gained Regret Read Online Novel Chapter 36” »
Chapter 35 I never realized Bryant had such a penchant for holding grudges. There was nothing for it but to steel myself and follow him, but before I could even attempt an explanation, Timothy turned around with a warm, welcoming smile. “Heard from Emma that you moved out, Jane?” “Yes, Timothy.” Acknowledging it seemed the … Read More “Lost Me Gained Regret Read Online Novel Chapter 35” »
Chapter 34 Barely a week after he’d handed me the keys, the house was already under renovation. I was chasing contractors from dawn till dusk. He never bothered to ask about it. No matter how late I got home, at most, he’d politely comment, “Quite the night, huh?” or, “Looks like the Design Department’s swamped” … Read More “Lost Me Gained Regret Read Online Novel Chapter 34” »
Chapter 33 The fabric between us was thin, yet the skin around my waist felt like it was on fire. I froze as if possessed by a ghost, but thankfully, my mind was crystal clear. “We laid it all out, Bryant. I can’t be in a marriage with a third person involved.” “I’m sorry,” he … Read More “Lost Me Gained Regret Read Online Novel Chapter 33” »
Chapter 32 About fifteen minutes later, the car slowly rolled into the driveway. “We’re home, Bryant, I announced as I opened the car door. Unexpectedly, the man beside me, who was out cold from drinking, slumped toward me as I opened the door. I frowned, bracing myself to hold him up. “Can you stand up … Read More “Lost Me Gained Regret Read Online Novel Chapter 32” »
Chapter 32 About fifteen minutes later, the car slowly rolled into the driveway. “We’re home, Bryant, I announced as I opened the car door. Unexpectedly, the man beside me, who was out cold from drinking, slumped toward me as I opened the door. I frowned, bracing myself to hold him up. “Can you stand up … Read More “Lost Me Gained Regret Read Online Novel Chapter 32” »
Chapter 31 Glancing at the clock, it was already past 2 AM. Wasn’t Bryant supposed to have left work with Ma Margaret? Instead, he ended up grabbing drinks with Steven, and from what Steven implied, Margaret wasn’t there.. y out of Calling Steven again only led to the realization his phone was dead, probably battery. … Read More “Lost Me Gained Regret Read Online Novel Chapter 31” »
Chapter 30 His face was dark with displeasure as he picked up the document and gave it a cursory glance, his voice laced with scrutiny. “So, all you want is that house?” “Yes, I replied. Though a gift from Bryant, that house had seen much of my heart and effort in its decoration. Beyond that, … Read More “Lost Me Gained Regret Read Online Novel Chapter 30” »
Chapter 29 Hearing that, I realized another person was fixing his piercing gaze on me besides Timothy. The question made it suddenly hard for me to speak. I didn’t want to lie to Timothy, but he would never let us go through with the divorce if I told the truth. After hesitating for what felt … Read More “Lost Me Gained Regret Read Online Novel Chapter 29” »