All Chapters of Cold-Hearted Billionaire Ex-Husband Wants Me Back : Chapter 61 - Chapter 70

[Matilda]The waiting felt endless. A quiet hum of anticipation filled the backstage area as I stood there, clutching my apron. I watched as some participants shifted on their feet, and others quietly psyched themselves up. My fingers grazed over the embroidered letters of my name on the apron trying to calm the nerves crawling up my spineOne by one, the others were led out. Disappearing through the door. The air felt thick, the pressure pressing hard against my chest. Almost every one of them wore a professional look, their faces carefully composed"It's time," Daisy murmured behind me pulling me out of my thoughts. I nodded, swallowing hard as I followed behind herShe led the way as we walked right into where I presumed should be the stageThe moment I stepped inside, my breath hitchedThe stage was massive, my eyes scanned the seven grand polished stations that stood under the gleaming lights, each equipped with every tool every pastry chef could dream of. The grandeur of the eve

[Matilda]The sharp beep of the timer cut through the hushed murmur of the room signaling the end. My hand stilled, my grip tightening around the edge of the counter as I exhaled a breath I hadn't realized I was holding. For a moment I just stood still, my breath rising and falling, the adrenaline still coursing through my veinsI took a deep breath and finally took a step back just like every other person had doneI straightened, my gaze flickering to the three plated desserts before me that I had carefully practiced beforehand hoping that I got every ingredient in the right quantity The energy in the room suddenly shifted, three people who I had presumed to be the food critics rose from their seats. Their notepad in hand as they began making their way in our directionI could feel my pulse in my throat as my eyes subconsciously landed back on my stationEverything was in order, right?One of them a man with silver-streaked hair and sharp discerning eyes paused in front of the firs

[Kaden] I tilted my neck to the side and the first person my eyes met was Tilda as she walked in, her fingers locked with that bastard. My jaw clenched hard, taking my eyes off her, I turned back to the stage even though nothing was making sense in whatever they were saying up there My fingers dug into my palm as that one image that always clawed to my mind whenever I looked at that Leo guy, came rushing back The bastard on top of her, balls deep banging her... Fuck "I'm out of here!" I growled out and Ryan shot me a look "Are you going to congratulate her?" The fucker beside me, uttered, biting back a chuckle. I don't fucking blame him, do I? Before he could say another word I was already on my feet making my way out. I walked down the hall and instead of heading toward the exit, I walked down the hallway by the left heading to the restroom "What exactly does she even see in that bastard," I growled out, my finger raking through my hair as I increased my pace walking through t

[Matilda]"I said you should get the fuck out of my car you liar" Leo growled out making me flinch. Tears gathered at the corners of my eyes and before I could say a word tears rolled down my cheeks. Leo's eyes immediately turned towards me, I watched as his eyes softened but were quickly masked up immediately"Matilda kindly step down," He grumbled yet again, I stiffened back my tears reaching out to his hands"I won't leave," My lips quivered as I took a slow deep breath. "Just hear me out please I didn't mean to lie to you, I wanted to tell you I fucking swear and that was the reason I've been trying to see you and I...,""If you could understand that none of these things you're saying are making its way to my ears then I would rather you save your time and step down," Leo snapped, flinging my hands off and the next minute he was pulling the car door open and stepping outI watched as he rounded the car. My heart skipped as Leo reached the passenger seat and pulled it open"I need

[Kaden]"When did you start smoking, Cherry, and who was that?" My voice was low as I asked. I wasn't shocked seeing Cherry smoking because lately, it has felt like I didn't know my wife anymoreShe opened her mouth to speak but shut it back"I don't know what you're talking about," She said, dropping the cigarettes on the floor using her leg to put off the cigarettesI just wasn't in the mood for this anymore, I was beginning to regret coming here to get her in the first place"We're going home, haven't you stayed enough?" I asked, my arms crossed over my chestHer eyes lingered on mine, biting down on her lower lip. "You...I...I mean, no I'm not coming home," Her voice was low, her eyes still not leaving mine, locking her gaze on mine"You are because I'm not leaving here without you," I brushed past her making my way into the room. My eyes moved over to the table, a glass with two bottles of wine and almost three packets of cigarettesI plopped down on the bed, dragging the bottle