Out of Ashes Into His Heart novel Chapter 31

After finishing the tea, Tom got up to leave.

However, just as he walked out, my phone, which had been left on the table, suddenly vibrated.

I glanced at the caller ID, and it was Gavin calling.

I frowned. Although I was reluctant to pick up, I pressed the answer button.

"Come downstairs. I'm waiting for you."

"What do you need to say? Just tell me over the phone."

"Do you want me to sign the divorce agreement? If you do, come downstairs."

He hung up immediately after speaking.

I took a deep breath. Since it was still daylight and we were in the neighborhood, no matter what he intended, it would be impossible for him to do anything.

Still, I secretly slipped a small folding fruit knife into my pocket, just in case. Even if I couldn't hurt him, I could at least leave a few cuts on him.

It was a bright, warm afternoon, with the deep autumn sun casting dappled shadows through the sparse branches of the trees.

I saw Gavin leaning against an elm tree when I reached the ground floor. His tall, straight figure reminded me of his appearance when I first saw him years ago.

Back then, he had been carefree, his clothes flowing as he moved, but now his face was dark, exuding a subtle, dangerous aura.

He seemed to notice me coming down. As our eyes met, he slowly straightened up from the tree.

Through the dappled sunlight, I saw his sharp, cold gaze and the bruise at the corner of his mouth from when Tom had hit him earlier.

I hesitated, my heart uneasy, but I met his gaze without fear.

Gavin stared at me intently as if he was forcing something deep inside him down. When I finally reached him, everything seemed to calm.

"When did it start... between you and him?"

I knew he was referring to Tom.