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CHAPTER THIRTY EIGHT

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There was a loud gasp in the room, followed by a wave of whispers. The news of Flora's announcement as Clyde's wife must be quite shocking.

It’s not that the public wasn’t aware of his marriage in the first place, but rumours had painted me into many shapes—a famous actress, a noble lady, or a doctor from a powerful family.

There was even a rumor that I might be the ex-president’s daughter, simply because his daughter had a secret marriage on the same day as ours.

But no one could ever guess
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  • Once His Wife, Now His Regret   CHAPTER NINETY FOUR

    “Charlotte, it’s…”“Because you are afraid? That I will come after you since my identity and position have changed?”They all looked at each one of them and then shifted nervously.I let out a laugh, just a small one. “You know what? It’s fine. I don’t need any of these. Your apology. Your help. Or whatever. Because if you truly meant all what you said, you would not be here.” I said.“Then what do you want us…”I didn’t even let her finish before I turned and walked away. Straight toward Alex. “Hey, sister,” Ciara’s voice rang out, dripping with sweetness. “You know, you really have an amazing man here. He’s actually very funny.” I watched her hand slide onto Alexander’s suit, brushing at it as if dusting something invisible.“I can’t believe he could be so sweet to me.”“Is he?” I asked, reaching out and catching her finger as if picking out dirt on Alex.Before she could react, I twisted it just enough to make my point and didn’t release it until she let out a sharp cry.“What do

  • Once His Wife, Now His Regret   CHAPTER NINETY THREE

    My eyes scanned the room until they landed on Ciara, only to see that triumphant smile on her face, and that was when I realized that she was the one behind this.So, this was her so-called gift.How childish. For her to think I would flop was laughable. Because why wouldn’t I deliver a perfect speech without assistance when every public address Clyde had ever given was written by me?She really underestimated me.I also returned her smile and then her own started fading, confusion flickering across her face. Filled with satisfaction, I turned to the front again, and began.“Distinguished guests, respected partners, and everyone present here tonight…” I paused briefly, letting my gaze sweep across the room. “Today is not just a milestone for me, but for the Sinclair Group as a whole. This company was built on vision, resilience, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence and I stand here, deeply aware of the legacy I am stepping into.But legacy is not something we simply inherit. It

  • Once His Wife, Now His Regret   CHAPTER NINETY TWO

    The car door opened, and my heels touched the ground.“Miss Sinclair, this way.”“Miss Sinclair! Please, a comment!”The camera flashes in every direction, while I took a small pause beside the car, lifting my chin slightly as I offered them a light smile and a small wave. Almost immediately, security moved in, forming a barrier as my secretary guided me forward onto the red carpet stretching ahead.I walked with practiced grace, pausing briefly for photographs before finally stepping into the grand hall.“Today marks a beautiful beginning for the Sinclair Group as we celebrate the inauguration of its new CEO,” the announcer’s voice resonated across the room while I just went around and greeting the guest.One by one.With my secretary right beside me, quietly introducing each person just before I approached them.“That’s Mr. Halvorsen, head of Kellenton Energy.”With a faint smile, I extended my hand to him. “Mr. Halvorsen, it’s a pleasure meeting you. Thanks for honoring my invite.”

  • Once His Wife, Now His Regret   CHAPTER NINETY ONE

    ***FLORA’S POV***I had been living like a ghost for the past two weeks, and it had been nothing short of hell.I barely went out. And when I did, I had to cover my face—burns still visible from what Clyde had done to me. Even then, when someone managed to recognize me and follow, I always found a way to lose them.My phone had become a graveyard of missed calls and unread messages. I stopped opening them because nothing ever came from them that was good.My agency dropped me within forty-eight hours of the story breaking. My endorsements vanished—cancelled, terminated, contracts pulled so quickly it felt like they had been waiting for an excuse. Three brands I had worked with for years released public statements distancing themselves from me.Even my own family held a press conference.And I was forced to watch my mother stand in front of cameras, saying they were deeply ashamed of me, that my actions did not reflect their values, and offering their “sincerest apologies” to the publi

  • Once His Wife, Now His Regret   CHAPTER NINETY

    My hand tightened around the strap of my bag as her words echoed in my head, refusing to settle.But I tried…really so hard to push it down. Because no matter what had happened, no matter how much time had passed… I could never hate her.She was still my little girl.My hand lowered slowly, and I pulled her into my arms.She broke down immediately, crying so hard against me it felt like she had been holding everything in for far too long.“It’s okay,” I murmured, gently patting her back. “It’s alright.”That was when I noticed them—Clyde’s mother and Diana standing a short distance away. They were the ones who had brought her here.But I didn’t look at them for long.I kept my focus only on her. Just her.When her crying finally eased, I gently pulled her back and crouched to her level, wiping her tear-stained cheeks with my thumb.“Oh look at you,” I said softly. “You’ve ruined your beautiful face. What did I always tell you? You that you don’t look cute when you cry. So why are you

  • Once His Wife, Now His Regret   CHAPTER EIGHTY NINE

    ****CHARLOTTE’S POV***I heard his name before I even saw the screen. The news anchor’s voice cut through the quiet of the living room, and then Clyde’s face filled the television—his image plastered across a breaking news report about a car accident.It was reported that he was in serious condition and had been rushed to the hospital immediately, with no certainty that he would make it.But I knew he would.He couldn’t just die like that.God wouldn’t be that cruel to take him away before I’d made him pay for everything he had done to me.Alexander was beside me on the sofa. I felt him turn toward me before he even spoke. He had always been good at reading me, and I already knew what was coming the moment he opened his mouth.“Charlotte,” his voice was gentle. “Do you want to go?” he asked.But he was wrong this time. Because I really had no plan on seeing him. Well it might be nice to go there and mock him but I didn’t have that time.I looked at the screen for one more second, then

  • Once His Wife, Now His Regret   CHAPTER SEVENTEEN

    The room stirred again, louder this time.“Is this real?”“That can’t be! Kate Harden told us she is dead!”“She looks exactly like Paul Sinclair's daughter!”But just as if mother and daughter already knew the content of the pictures, they didn’t even bother to look at it. Kate lifted her chin,

  • Once His Wife, Now His Regret   CHAPTER FIFTEEN

    “She can’t be serious.”“I believe she is.”“Then tell her there’s absolutely no way she’s getting that.”“I was planning to,” I sighed softly, letting a hint of disappointment color my voice. “But it’s a little difficult to walk away from a ten-billion-dollar investor.”There was a pause.“Ten bil

  • Once His Wife, Now His Regret   CHAPTER FOURTEEN

    For a second, I considered letting it ring out. I didn’t have the patience for him this morning. But I answered. “Hi.” “For fuck’s sake, Charlotte, where have you been?” His voice was tight with anger. “I’ve been calling you since yesterday. Your phone was off. I was twenty-four hours away fro

  • Once His Wife, Now His Regret   CHAPTER ELEVEN

    ***CLYDE’S POV***I checked my watch for what had to be the twentieth time. The numbers hadn’t moved in any way that made me feel better.What exactly was taking her this long?I let out a sharp breath as my eyes found the entrance again, half-expecting Charlotte to materialize through those glass

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