Lost Me, Gained Regret (Jane and Bryant Ferguson) novel Chapter 301

As soon as the words left my mouth, I grabbed my bag from the chair and turned to leave.

"Slut!" Dorothy's voice seethed with rage behind me. I clenched my hand, pretending not to hear. My only thought was to get away.

But unexpectedly, as I walked through the estate, I went lost. I wasn't sure how many turns I had taken when something caught my eye. It was a courtyard that felt strangely familiar. Though large and pristine, the yard had an air of neglect, as if it hadn't seen life for ages.

Compelled by some unseen force, I stepped inside. The moment I did, the door behind me slammed shut. A tall figure pinned me against the door, his familiar scent enveloping me, leaving no escape. I looked up, shocked, into his deep eyes.

His distinct and long fingers gripped my waist as he looked at me with a tender, entwined gaze. "What brings you to the Myers Mansion?"

"Mind your own business!" I shot back, struggling to break free, but it was useless.

Bryant held my gaze steadily. "Have things been okay these few days? Dorothy hasn't been bothering you, has she?"

I scoffed at him, "Considering you almost had me killed on her behalf, what could she possibly want with me?"

He suddenly fell silent, his grip on my waist tightening, a frown creasing his brow. "You've lost quite a bit of weight, haven't you?"

I replied calmly, "I'm just slimming down to celebrate the divorce, welcoming new love."