The Road to Rebirth Her Fresh Start and His Late Sorrow novel Chapter 7

Before Nancy could calm her racing thoughts, Cyrus let go of her and slightly bent over to pick up his phone.

But before his fingers could graze it, Nancy had grabbed Cyrus' arm.

Cyrus turned to look at her, noticing her face betrayed nothing despite the panic swirling in her heart.

She took the lead and said, "Cyrus, don't think a prank call can distract us from the real issue. How did you know I sold the 'Only You' and our wedding ring? Were you at the charity auction?"

As Nancy’s voice faded, the call on the phone was disconnected.

When listening to Nancy, Cyrus couldn’t focus on who was calling her. His face showed slight discomfort and guilt.

"I missed our anniversary last night and got caught up with work today. I thought I’d buy you something to cheer you up."

Nancy’s heart tightened. Was he trying to cheer her up or Hayley?

Cyrus looked hurt. “Nancy, are you that mad about my absence these past few days? Do you know how scared I was when I saw the 'Only You' and our wedding ring at the auction? I was terrified you didn’t want me anymore."

"Nancy, can’t you understand where I’m coming from? It's not easy for your man out there."

Hearing Cyrus' words, Nancy responded with sarcasm, “So, you’re saying I’m making a fuss over nothing?”

Cyrus seemed helpless. “Then why did you sell the wedding ring and Only You, not to mention other jewelry I gave you?”

Nancy gave a bitter laugh and looked down. Cyrus always claimed he knew her better than anyone else, that she always had her reasons for everything she did and wasn't just being emotional. But then, he was accusing her of making a fuss. Indeed, men’s sweet nothings were lies.

Looking up at Cyrus again, Nancy felt like she was looking at a stranger.

"Fine, consider me unreasonable since that's what you seem to think. Why even talk to me about it? You know I hate being complained to."