Goodbye, Mr. Ex-Husband, I Won't Come Back의 모든 챕터: 챕터 21 - 챕터 30

TessaLogan’s words kept replaying in my mind till late in the night. Although, he didn’t learn about my plans of working for Adrian but the look of self-disappointment and guilt bothered me.He must not know about my decision because I wanted less complexity in the remaining days of my married life.Unable to lay on the bed anymore, I slipped out of the bed. It was early dawn. The house was quiet so I silently padded my way to the kitchen to make myself a strong coffee to ease the headache.I waited for the machine to beep while dwelling in the same thought process that I didn’t sense another presence in the kitchen.“Can I also have some?”Logan’s deep, morning voice broke my trance.I flinched as I was deeply engrossed in my thoughts.Turning around, I found him leaning his weight on the kitchen isle. His eyes were puffy and his messy hairs were indicating that he had a light sleep as well but I chose not to ask him and complicate our equation further.“Here’s your coffee.” I said

Tessa “Happy birthday, Dad!”Lucas wished his father in the happiest voice, leaping and running towards his father who walked out of his room. Logan immediately knelt down and kissed his son’s forehead and then hugged him.“Thank you, Luke. Where is Dad’s gift?” Logan’s eyes shone the happiness he felt as he stroked his son’s head with affection.“I have prepared a surprise gift with Mommy but you have to come home early so we can celebrate your birthday. Grandma, Grandpa and Aunt Lea also want to celebrate your birthday with us.” Lucas spilled everything to his father.“Of course, Luke. I’ll finish my work as soon as possible and come home.” Logan promised his son but it made me roll my eyes.What a lame excuse he gave to his son!I sat at a distance, pretending to be engrossed in the newspaper I was reading but my eyes were on the father-son duo. It was painful for me to not wish him even if it was a simple gesture. I used to wish him and gifted him something not very expensive yet

Tessa“Mommy, why Dad is so late? He promised to come in the evening but it’s almost eight.” Lucas, with a fallen face asked me.And like always, I had no answer to my son’s query about his father.“Dad must be stuck in the traffic or he’s gotten some important work. He’ll be home soon.” I gave him empty hopes.But what made me more anxious was Logan’s parents who were waiting in the living room. Kevin was upset with his son and blamed Raelynn for keeping his son engaged when he should be spending time with his family.“Tessa, if you have paid attention to your marriage and impressed my brother then he’d have ran back into his old lover’s arms.’ Lea taunted me who walked into the kitchen to fetch herself water.“Not in front of Lucas, Lea.” I warned her and asked Kelly to take Lucas to his grandparents so I could have a serious conversation with my haughty sister-in-law.“Lucas is a kid but he isn’t dumb, Lea. Please, I beg you, don’t say something like this in front of him because he

Tessa“You’re talking absurd, Tessa. I am telling you, if you say something like this again, you’ll regret for the rest of your life.”Raelynn lashed out at me, her sudden outburst felt more like panic that surged after I asked her the question that she tried her best to dodge.However, I got my answers.“I was only curious because someone like you who always lived a princess’ life spent three years in adversity. I hold no ill intentions, dear cousin.” I said calmly and it seemed to trigger her even more.She rose from the chair and flared her nose, her face was red with anger.“You know what-” She pointed her finger at me, her eyes glaring at me murderously, “This is the last warning for you. If you ever tried to cross the line, I’ll destroy you. So, better pack your bags and take your leave. Logan is mine.” She yelled.“I never claimed him. But I can see but it feels like you’re convincing yourself than telling me this.” I smiled and collected my stuff, “I am sorry but I can’t enter

Tessa “It’s about time we find you a new man since you’ll be single again in a couple of days, Tess.” Ruby pointed out as we sat down on bar chairs, sipping on our margarita, well, I was enjoying my chardonnay.“Ruby, are we here to talk about my love life? I don’t think I can welcome someone in near future. I have priorities and right now, finding myself is what I am thinking about. Love isn’t in the top order of my bucket list.” I replied rolling eyes.“Come on, Tessa. You’re not even twenty-five. Just look at yourself. All the male and even female eyes are on you. Please, start valuing yourself.’ Ruby said and chugged down her drink.I always had worse alcohol tolerance level and in just two drinks, I began to feel tipsy.“Ladies, are you here to drink like oldies. You can enjoy the evening.” Adrian, who came with us to meet his business friends in the VIP lounge, joined us.“I don’t think I can stand properly. I would rather enjoy my drink.” I refused to leave because I was paran