The Secret Pregnancy of the Billionaire's Ex-Wife novel Chapter 185

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The Secret Pregnancy of the Billionaire’s Ex–Wife

Chapter 185: Wait For Me

Sean POV

The question caught me off guard.

“Marriage? I would certainly like that,” I admitted, surprising myself with my candor. “Do you think you could help convince your mother, Aria?”

Before she could answer, Ethan appeared in the hallway. His expression–wary, calculating beyond his years–was a perfect mirror of Angela’s when she felt threatened.

“Mr. Night, Aria and I have things to do. We’re going back to our room now,” he said firmly, extending his hand to his sister.

“But brother…” Aria protested.

“Now,” Ethan insisted, casting me one last suspicious glance before leading her away.

Alone again, I leaned back against the sofa cushions. Ethan’s protectiveness toward his mother and sister was instinctive. Despite never having a father figure, he’d assumed the role of family protector.

Under different circumstances, I might have felt proud of such behavior in my son.

My son. The thought still filled me with wonder and regret in equal measure. I could understand Angela and Ethan’s wariness and rejection. After all, what had I done in the past five years except cause them pain?

Yet, after last night, I felt renewed determination. Angela’s body still responded to mine. Somewhere beneath her anger and distrust, something of what we once shared remained. It was enough to build upon.

I heard keys jingling at the door and quickly rose to my feet. Angela entered, juggling two takeout bags, her expression shifting from preoccupation to surprise when she saw me standing in the entryway.

“You’re awake,” she said, appearing tense and awkward. And I was no different.

“Yes,” I replied simply.

She set the bags down on the console table, keeping her gaze averted. “Since you’re feeling better, you should go now. I won’t keep you for breakfast.”

I moved toward the door as she’d suggested, but instead of leaving, I closed it firmly, turning back to face her.

Her eyes widened slightly. “What are you doing?”

I leaned down, chuckling softly against her neck, breathing in her familiar scent.

“Angie,” I murmured, using her old nickname. “I’ve discovered some things I didn’t know before, so I’m not leaving. Not only am I staying, I’m going to pursue you twice as hard.”

I released her suddenly. “Come on, let’s have breakfast.”

She remained rooted, clearly processing my words. The confusion in her eyes told me she was wondering what exactly I’d discovered. Good–I wanted her curious.

As she moved to follow with the breakfast bag, I turned back and took it from her hands.

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Chapter 185: Wait For Me

“I’ll take that,” I said decisively.

She followed me silently to the kitchen, watching as I arranged everything on the table while maintaining a deliberately neutral expression. I could read her so easily, even after all these years.

After laying out the food, I raised an eyebrow. “You bought enough for me too? And you said you wouldn’t let me stay?”

My voice sounded hoarse–likely an aftereffect of last night’s fever.

She crossed her arms, meeting my gaze calmly. “I eat double portions. Is that a problem?”

I laughed softly. “That’s fine, but today you’ll have to share. I’ll repay you double tomorrow, how about that?”

I deliberately injected confidence into my tone, knowing it both irritated and affected her.

Before she could respond, I noticed her glance toward the hallway. Following her gaze, I glimpsed Ethan and Aria approaching. Angela quickly lowered her voice.

“No need to repay. Just eat and leave.”

I couldn’t help the smile that formed. Her sudden change in attitude was so transparent–always concerned about appearances in front of the children. The realization warmed me; some things never changed.