Sunrise After Divorce; The Comeback Queen のすべてのチャプター: チャプター 81 - チャプター 90

Author's POV ~ Scarlett moved closer, her eyes fixed on Jasmine who was heading out of the lobby. With quick, stealthy steps, she stepped out of the lobby and raised her head slightly, trying to listen in on Jasmine's conversation with her caller. Scarlett watched closely as Jasmine peered around, trying to see if she was being watched. A gasp escaped Scarlet's lips as she hid at a corner, her back coming in contact with the wall. She placed her hands on her chest, her breathing heavier than before. Jasmine was close to seeing her. Only God knows what would have happened if she had locked eyes with her. It wouldn't be good because Jasmine would suspect she was spying on her, and she might cause a scene. Luckily, that didn't happen and Scarlett could still continue with her plan to gather information without being detected. Her grip on her phone tightened. She moved out of her hiding spot and neared closer, her eyes fixed on Jasmine who had now gotten into her car. Scarlet's phone

Ethan's POV~The sharp scent of disinfectant hung heavily in the air. The ticking clock echoed through the waiting room, a relentless reminder of a passing moment. My expression remained tensed, my breath heavy as I paced the room, a line of worry on my forehead. Eric was still undergoing his surgery and I couldn't help but feel a mixture of anxiety and hope. My heart raced and I let out a deep breath, praying for a successful outcome and a speedy recovery. The silence was heavy, making it hard to breathe. All I needed was news and updates about the surgery. Are they done? How is Eric? Is he fine? Several questions crossed my mind and I could feel every fear threatening to consume me. I walked to the door, crossed my arms and bit my lower lips, my anxiety going through the roof. And then, my thoughts drifted towards Scarlett. It's almost forty minutes and I haven't seen her. She left the waiting room a few minutes ago but I have no clue where she could be? This is unlike her. She can

Ethan's POV~I took in a deep breath, her words settling like a heavy weight on my shoulders. The truth was, I wasn't ready to marry Jasmine. I've been having thoughts of canceling our plans for a wedding but I just couldn't bring myself to do it, not after all the promises and expectations from our families. I could recall the last outing my mom went with her friends. They'd asked about me and Jasmine and out of excitement, my mom revealed my plans to get married in the coming months. Their questions were unexpected but what was more frustrating was my mom spilling out everything with confidence, without even waiting for me to reply. Jasmine stepped towards me and slid her hands around my waist. With her head on my chest, she breathed deeply, loving the comfort of being in my arms and the steady beat of my heart. We remained in that position for what felt like a minute, her thoughts filled with hopes about our wedding while mine was a jumbled mess, conflicted by several emotions..

Scarlett's POV ~My eyes were heavy with tears as I drove back home that night. After seeing Eric at the hospital, I couldn't deny the weight of emotions settling on me. I felt glad about his recovery but I felt even more sad because he had no clue who I was. Everything he sees me, I feel something break in my heart because most times, it seemed as if he was struggling to understand my connection to Ethan and Jasmine. His little brain has been wired to believe that Jasmine was his biological mother. I'm more like a stranger to him and he doesn't have that bond, or connection with me. But I do. I've always thought about him, holding him dearly to my heart and yearning for that moment to cuddle him with smiles on my face.Right now, I feel empty, sad, and bitter. Not only do I feel bad about my loss of connection with Eric but Dylan's deception has left me feeling betrayed and hurt, making me question everything. The loss of being with my son is devastating but the betrayal cuts deeper.

Author's POV~The morning sun filtered through the room, illuminating the dust particles in the air. The sky was painted with hues of pink and orange and the day was perfect for an outdoor adventure. The beeping sound of the alarm pierced the silence, forcing Ethan to sit up in his bed and rub the sleep from his eyes. He narrowed his eyes, and squinted, trying to adjust to the bright light. After yawning, he swung his legs to the other side and planted a firm foot on the ground.His brows furrowed as he scanned the room frantically and that was when he realised he was alone in their vast bedroom.The bed was a mess on his side, with sheets tangled and pillows askew, a testament to a restless night's sleep. A deep sigh escaped his lips as he glanced at the other side which was smooth and untouched, the blanket pulled up neatly, a contrast to the disarray on his side. Her space was empty, an unoccupied space that was noticeable.Ethan slid his fingers into his hair and began pacing