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2026-04-11 13:00:06The courtroom, which had felt controlled and one-sided just moments ago, began to shift the instant Auri’s lawyer rose to his feet. There was no rush in his movement, no raised voice—just a quiet composure that gradually drew every eye toward him.
Auri remained seated, her back straight, her hands resting on the table. She was no longer just answering.
This time—she was waiting.
“Your Honor,” her lawyer began, opening a thick folder in front
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Too Late to Win Me Back, Mr. Ex! [76]
The courtroom, which had felt controlled and one-sided just moments ago, began to shift the instant Auri’s lawyer rose to his feet. There was no rush in his movement, no raised voice—just a quiet composure that gradually drew every eye toward him.Auri remained seated, her back straight, her hands resting on the table. She was no longer just answering.This time—she was waiting.“Your Honor,” her lawyer began, opening a thick folder in front of him, “we would like to present counter-evidence relevant to the claims that have been made.”The judge nodded. “Proceed.”Ethan, who had appeared confident until now, subtly adjusted his posture. It wasn’t much—but enough to show that his attention had sharpened.“Throughout the previous proceedings,” the lawyer continued, “the plaintiff has repeatedly emphasized my client’s alleged negligence as a wife, while al
Too Late to Win Me Back, Mr. Ex! [75]
The courtroom that day felt different from two weeks before. It wasn’t more crowded, nor was it louder, but the atmosphere had grown heavier—like everyone present had come carrying something, ready to lay it down.Auri stepped inside with a steadier rhythm, her breathing even, her steps no longer hesitant. Gia walked beside her, while behind them, their legal team carried neatly organized files. As soon as Auri took her seat, her eyes caught two figures across the room—Valencia and Anna.This time, neither of them made a sound. No sharp remarks, no deliberate scoffs meant to be overheard. And somehow, that was what made it different—their gazes were sharper, colder, as if they were already certain of how this would end.“They look… calm,” Gia whispered.Auri didn’t turn. “Because they think they’ve already won.”Gia let out a quiet breath. “We’ll see.”Not l
Too Late to Win Me Back, Mr. Ex! [74]
The door to Nocture closed softly behind them, leaving behind a silence unlike the usual kind—deeper, as if the entire space itself had exhaled after a long, exhausting day. Auri lingered near the entrance for a few seconds, her shoulders sinking just a little, her body finally registering the weight she had been carrying since morning.Gia glanced at her, unhurried, then said gently, “You don’t need to think about anything else today. Go on—get some rest.”Auri didn’t argue. She moved toward the back room, her steps slow but certain. When she reached the bed, she sat on the edge instead of lying down right away. Her hands pressed lightly into the mattress, her head dipping forward as if she were trying to gather the scattered pieces still circling her mind.“That courtroom…” she murmured softly, “felt smaller than it looked.”Gia leaned against the doorframe. “That’s because e
Too Late to Win Me Back, Mr. Ex! [73]
The drive back to Nocture felt calmer than before. The midday roads weren’t too crowded, leaving enough space for the car to move at an unhurried pace. Inside, the atmosphere had shifted as well—not entirely light, but steady enough to let each breath come a little easier. Auri sat in the back seat beside Gia, her body more relaxed against the seat, though her hand still drifted to her stomach now and then, as if quietly reassuring herself that everything was fine.Lucas, behind the wheel, didn’t say much at first. Every so often, his eyes flicked to the rearview mirror, checking on Auri’s condition. But the silence wasn’t uncomfortable—it felt intentional, like a space left open for Auri to sort through everything in her own time.“You don’t have to dwell too much on what happened back there,” Lucas said eventually, his voice calm, without pressure.Auri turned her head slightly. “It’s hard not t
Too Late to Win Me Back, Mr. Ex! [72]
The restaurant Lucas chose didn’t stand out from the outside, but the moment they stepped in, the atmosphere shifted completely—warm, calm, with soft lighting that didn’t strain the eyes. A faint aroma of food blended with the woody scent of the interior, creating a quiet kind of comfort. Not overwhelming, but enough to make anyone who walked in feel… safe.“This place is nice,” Gia murmured, her gaze sweeping the room.Lucas gave a short nod. “Told you.”A server approached them politely and led them to a table tucked into the corner, away from the crowd. The position allowed Auri to sit without feeling watched—something she hadn’t realized she needed after such a long morning.“Easy,” Lucas said as Auri pulled out her chair.Auri nodded and sat carefully. Her hand instinctively rested against her stomach before she leaned back, settling into the chair.The menu was op
Too Late to Win Me Back, Mr. Ex! [71]
Their steps carried them farther from the courthouse, lighter now—not because the burden had lessened, but because Auri had chosen not to look back anymore. The air outside felt warmer, a quiet contrast to the cold tension of the courtroom they had just left behind.Lucas walked beside her—not too close, but close enough to make sure her steps stayed steady. Gia remained on her other side, casting occasional glances she didn’t bother to hide.“I didn’t like the way he spoke,” Lucas muttered suddenly, his voice low but edged with restrained irritation.Auri glanced at him briefly, then looked ahead again. “That’s not new.”“No,” Lucas replied quickly. “But that doesn’t make it acceptable.”Gia nodded in agreement. “He was clearly trying to provoke you.”Lucas let out a quiet scoff. “It’s more than that. He doesn’t even care how it
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Gia’s sentence faltered. She swallowed hard and covered her mouth, as if afraid she might say something wrong. On the other end of the line, Roy’s voice came through again—firmer this time.“I can’t explain it over the phone, Gia. It would be better if you both came to the hospital now.”Gia frowne
Huling Na-update : 2026-04-05Too Late to Win Me Back, Mr. Ex! [36]
“Thank you for driving me home, Mr. Lucas,” Auri said just before stepping out of his car.“I truly enjoyed our meeting, Miss Aurel—”“Could you just call me ‘Auri’?” she interrupted gently.Lucas looked momentarily surpri
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The red sports car glided smoothly through the midday traffic of the city.Auri sat upright. She had tried to relax, but the situation still felt awkward. Her hands were clasped together over the small bag resting on her lap as she continued trying to understand where Lucas was leading the
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“It really is.” Auri quickly took out her phone. “Please, may I have your bank account number? I’ll transfer the excess back.”Lucas chuckled softly. “Consider it an additional token of appreciation.”“I can’t accept this.”
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