Too Late to Win Me Back, Mr. Ex! のすべてのチャプター: チャプター 151 - チャプター 157

The next visit fell on a Sunday afternoon, a time chosen so it would not interfere with Junior’s nap schedule or anyone’s work. Ethan arrived exactly on time, as usual. He no longer brought excessive gifts, only a small bag containing baby wipes, a spare bottle of formula in the wrong brand, though the effort was obvious, and the cloth book that had already grown wrinkled from being opened so often.The change did not escape Auri’s notice, though she said nothing.When the door opened, the scent of garlic and butter greeted Ethan from inside the house. The faint sound of something frying drifted from the kitchen, mixed with a baby’s bright laughter and, every so often, Lucas’s voice sounding far too proud of himself.Ethan stood for a moment on the threshold.“Come in,” Auri called from the family room. She was folding baby clothes while sitting on the rug. Her appearance was simple, hair loosely tied back, no mak

The morning of the wedding arrived beneath a clear sky and light, gentle air, as though even the weather had chosen to side with happiness that day. The house that had still felt unfamiliar only a few months ago had become the center of laughter, hurried footsteps, and voices calling to one another from different rooms. White flowers and pale greenery filled every corner, satin ribbons draped the staircase, and the scent of coffee mixed with expensive perfume lingered in the air.Upstairs, Auri stood before the mirror in the white gown she had finally chosen after three hours of arguing with Lucas, nearly leaving twice, and threatening once to get married in pajamas. The dress was simple yet elegant, falling softly along her figure with delicate detail at the sleeves and waist. It was not excessive, not trying to be something she was not. Precisely because of that, it was perfect.Gia stood behind her with a hand pressed dramatically to her chest. “I hate admitti

The night that had begun warm was now filled with a thin layer of tension. The garden lights still glowed softly, insects still sang from the bushes behind them, and Junior still slept in his stroller, unaware that one email had disturbed the balance of his home.Auri took the phone back from Lucas and read the letter again, as though the words might change if she stared hard enough. They did not. Ethan was requesting expanded visitation rights. Two weekends each month, longer time during national holidays, and permission to take Junior out without Auri or Lucas present.“No,” she said shortly.Lucas looked at her. “Is that your first answer or your final one?”“Both.”She rose from her chair and walked to the garden fence, wrapping her arms around herself even though the air was not cold. Lucas let her stand there for a few seconds, then followed after making sure Junior’s stroller was secure.&ldqu