Return, My Love: Wooing the Neglected Ex-Wife - Chapter 500

Chapter 500:

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Shawn wanted to speak but struggled to catch his breath as his throat became parched from the sprint. Katherine peeked back at the road they had come from and felt relieved when no one followed.

“Why did you push him?” he asked.

“Because he threatened you!”

Shawn fell silent and looked at her. He knew Katherine was naturally kind. Even if he had been a stranger, she would have helped him without a second thought. Still, he wanted to express his gratitude.

“Thank you.”

Katherine felt uneasy under his gaze. She glanced at him and said dismissively, “It’s nothing. I can handle being pushed around, but not when it’s my friends they’re messing with.”

“I know.”

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On the way back to Illerith, Shawn received a call from Cade.

“That girlfriend of yours is a toughie. I didn’t expect to take a cold bath at my age!”

Shawn looked at Katherine, who had fallen asleep beside him, unconsciously leaning on his shoulder.

“Yeah, so don’t come for me again. I’ve got someone watching my back.”

Katherine shifted uncomfortably in her sleep. Shawn hung up the phone and supported her head with his palm.

“Sleep well,” he whispered as he planted a kiss on her forehead. Night had fallen, the window reflecting their silhouettes as they leaned into each other, while the city’s lights streaked by in a blur.

Adrian returned home, only to be greeted by the sight of Joelle packing her luggage. In that moment, he was reminded of Stephen’s words from their earlier phone conversation. Was Joelle truly prepared to leave him?

Adrian remained frozen at the doorway, incapable of mustering the strength to take even a single step forward.

“Joelle, are you going somewhere?”

“Yes,” Joelle responded without lifting her gaze, her hands still folding clothes. “I assume you’ve received Stephen’s call as well, haven’t you?”

Adrian lowered his gaze.

“I did.” So it was true. Joelle had acquiesced to Stephen’s terms. It was the only option to find Ryland.

Adrian understood the reasoning, yet he couldn’t suppress the faint pang of dissatisfaction gnawing at him.

He quietly exited the bedroom, the weight of memories pressing down on him with every glance. This house, once modest in his eyes, now felt vast and empty, yet somehow still brimming with Joelle’s lingering presence as her departure loomed.

The chandelier, the flooring, and even the paintings adorning the walls were all selections made by her, each a testament to her exquisite taste. Every corner brimmed with echoes of their laughter and shared joy. If Joelle were to leave, he seriously doubted he would possess the fortitude to remain in this place.

Leah approached him.

“Sir, you are aware that Ms. Watson will be away for an extended period, aren’t you?”

“Yes,” Adrian responded, his demeanor reverting to its characteristic indifference.

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