Lost Me, Gained Regret (Jane and Bryant Ferguson) novel Chapter 106

I couldn't help but smile slightly. "As long as he's not like you, it's all good."

A flash of hurt crossed his face. "Am I that bad in your eyes?"

"You're okay. Those who are into domestic violence, drugs, gambling are way worse."

"Jane," His face darkened. He was about to retort when the knock on the door interrupted him.

There came Margaret's melodious voice. "Bry, can I come in?"

Before anyone could respond, the door clicked open, and she stepped inside. "Bry, I've got this ointment for you..."

Her words cut off as soon as she saw me, her smile freezing on her face.

"I'll leave you two to it then," I said, my tone indifferent.

"Jane." Margaret tried to sound amicable, "Even if you're divorced, you should still look the part. Don't get me wrong. I'm just concerned about your reputation."

"The state hasn't even issued our divorce papers, and you're already declaring us divorced?"

I couldn't help but continue indifferently, "My reputation can't possibly sink to where it'd be on par with yours."

Dropping that bomb, I walked away.

Not even past the doorway, I heard Margaret complaining to Bryant, "Bry, did you hear what she said?"

"Who allowed you in here?" Unexpectedly, Bryant didn't come to her defense. Instead, he coldly questioned her.

Undeterred, Margaret wooed, "Am I not allowed in your room? We even shared a bed as kids!"

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I dropped my gaze and was secretly glad I had already applied for the divorce. Ignoring the bickering between Margaret and Bryant, I headed toward the study, running into Gary.