The Indifferent Ex-Husband: Heartstrings in the Mall of Fate novel Chapter 421

After leaving the hotel, Sophia and Brandon also headed back home.

When everyone was saying their goodbyes at the hotel, Louis, Martin, and Marian were the first to take off, followed by Don and Ivan.

Don could never have imagined that such an absurd situation would happen to Sophia.

The gift she originally intended for the elderly, which wasn't delivered as hoped, not only fell into someone else’s hands but also inadvertently became an offering to Marian's filial piety.

No matter what the outcome was, the initial sentiments attached to the gift were tarnished.

He was at a loss for how to comfort Sophia and could only offer some feeble words of consolation: " Rest assured, whether it's Brandon or myself, we will see justice done for you."

But Sophia was a lot calmer.

She smiled and thanked him, "Thanks, Mr. Dempsey."

Don cracked a smile and, seeing Brandon there, opted not to linger. He bid his farewells to both Brandon and Sophia before leaving, and didn’t forget to beckon Ivan, who had been watching Sophia with tender eyes.

The entire affair had been managed by Brandon, leaving Ivan no room to interject. But he was just as sympathetic and caring towards Sophia.

He did not attempt to hide these feelings.

Don saw it, and so did Brandon.

When Don summoned him, Ivan finally reacted to the whole fiasco. He nodded slightly and then said his goodbyes to Sophia in a soft voice, "I'll be taking off with Mr. Dempsey. You take care and don’t hesitate to call me if you need anything."

Such words could easily be misunderstood.

"Thanks," Sophia replied politely, maintaining a careful distance.

Brandon glanced at Sophia and then at Ivan.

"Mr. Evert, I appreciate your concern," Brandon said coolly. "However, I don’t think we’ll need to trouble you for now. Thank you for the offer though. You should get some rest."

But she hesitated, wondering whether to clarify things.

Her emotions had been a whirlwind since the night before.

Ever since Aaron sent her that recording of his clash with Daniel, she had been upset, especially knowing that Aaron's actions had driven Daniel to the emergency room, forcing Brandon to rush back during the night.

She couldn't imagine what Brandon must have felt, sitting in the hospital with Daniel's fate hanging in the balance, but she couldn't help but feel pained for him, especially when he had gone to such lengths to protect her today.

The nicer he was to her, the more her heart ached.

She understood all too well what it felt like to be caught in the middle.

Marriage was never just about two people.

When it's not right, it's not right. Sometimes a short pain is better than a long one.