DEAR EX WIFE, YOU WERE NEVER A CHAPTER のすべてのチャプター: チャプター 41 - チャプター 50

Back in his apartment, Ethan couldn't shake the thoughts that swirled in his mind . Jacob…are they really married? he wondered, pacing the floor. Has Sophia really moved on?The image of Raven calling Jacob “Dad” played over and over in his head . But then, at another moment, the boy had called him “ Uncle Jacob.” Ethan couldn't piece it together. Was Jacob just a close friend? Or had Sophia truly built a new life without him?He clenched his fists, feeling a tightness in his chest. The uncertainty gnawed on him, but he wasn't ready to face the truth yet. Ethan leaned against the window, staring blankly at the city below, lost in thought. The idea of Sophia moving on, building a new life with Jacob, felt like a weight he couldn't shake off . He ran his hand through his hair, frustration evident on his face.Raven called him Dad…but also uncle Jacob. Ethan's mind spun, trying the figure out their relationship. His heart wanted to believe Sophia hadn't moved on, but the signs were ther

Her heart raced as she stared at the message, confusion swirling in her mind. She knew it was late, and this couldn't be just anyone. Only a few people had her number, Jacob being one of them.Her thumb hovered over the reply button, unsure of what to do. Could it be him? And if it was, why at the rooftop? Why now, in the middle of the night? She glanced at the clock 11:30PM. The rooftop was just few floors above her apartment.Something told her not to go. But before she could stop herself, she grabbed a sweater, slipping quietly out the door. As she took the elevator, her pulse quickened with every second.When she reached the rooftop, she scanned the dimly lit space, the cold night air biting at her skin.And then she saw him.Ethan stood near the edge, hands in his pocket, his expression unreadable. His back was to her, and for a moment, she debated turning around, slipping away before she could notice her presence.Just as she was about to retreat, he spoke in a low voice, almos

The lights dimmed dramatically, and the gentle hum of the music, casting an air of anticipation over the crowd. The models began their procession down the runaway, each one displaying stunning designs that spoke of craftsmanship and innovation. The audience, filled with high profile guests, including investors and fashion critics, watched with focused eyes. Every step, every glance, every turn of the models was scrutinized, but beneath the surface, there was an electric tension in the air .The murmurs of appreciation gree louder with each design, but despite the applause, there was still an undercurrent of expectancy. Everyone knew the centrepiece, the crowning jewel of the collection, was still to come. And that's what they were waiting for .Backstage, chaos had erupted. Aria, the intended centrepiece model, sat in distress, holding her ankle, which was visibly swollen from Sarian's sabotage. The team was in panic, rushing to find a solution, but nothing seemed to calm the growing

Ethan paced his apartment after a short conversation with Jacob, thiuts racing. He had to talk to Sarian, clear things up once and for all. The situation with Sophia, the fashion contest , everything was going out of control, and he knew Sarian had a hand in it.He pulled out his phone and sent a quick message to Sarian. Come over . Now .It didn't take long before there was a knock at the door . When Ethan opened it , as Sarian stood there, a smirk playing on her lips .“What's this about, Ethan?” she asked, stepping inside without being invited.Ethan's jaw tightened as he closed the door . “ You know exactly what this is about.”Sarian raised an eyebrow. “ Oh? Is it about Sophia again? I told you she's nothing but a distraction.”Ethan's eye darkened, stepping closer to her. “ I don't care what you think. You've been playing games for too long . You tried to sabotage the fashion show, didn't you? Aria’s accident, the missing clothes…all of it.”Sarian scoffed, her arms crossing def

Ethan's gaze softened, a mixture of relief and uncertainty flooding him. He gave a small, tentative smile to Raven . “ Yeah, buddy ,” he said, his voice a little husky . “ I'll take you to the park on Saturday.”Raven's face lit up again, his earlier sadness forgotten In an instant. He rushed forward and hugged Ethan tightly, his little arms wrapping around him . “ Thanks, uncle Ethan.As Raven ran off to get ready for bed, the atmosphere shifted again . Ethan glanced at Jacob , whose expression had become carefully neutral. He nodded at Ethan, but there was a tension in his jaw that spoke volumes.“ Thanks for stepping in,” Jacob said, his voice light. “ I'll see you tomorrow.”Sophia simply nodded, the weight of everything between them unspoken but understood. As Jacob turned to leave, he gave Sophia a quick kiss on cmhee cheek, murmuring something about seeing her later . She didn't pull away, but her gaze flickered briefly toward Ethan as Jacob left the apartment.When the door cl