All Chapters of Billionaire Regret: Gone with Our Newborn: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

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Stop Acting

Evelyn’s POVI'm mesmerized by the cold authority in his voice, by the way he makes Blair shrink back with nothing but words. This protective, commanding version of Sebastian is devastatingly attractive, the version I fell in love with all those years ago. I find myself staring at him, my lips slightly parted, completely lost in the moment, in the man I love.Blair's perfectly composed expression cracks slightly. "Sebastian, I would never... I was simply making conversation about social issues..."I pick up my wine glass, swirling the red liquid inside, and look at Blair with a calm tone: "Next time you want to slander me, make sure you clean up your own mess first." Blair's face turns green and white with rage, unable to say a word, and I glance at Sebastian again, a tiny smile on my lips—did you see that? Did you see me stand up for myself?"Were you?" His dark eyes bore into her with laser intensity. "Because it sounded to me like you were making unfounded and deeply inappropriat

If That's What It Takes

Evelyn’s POVSebastian turns his attention back to me, and when his expression softens, I feel like I'm melting. The transformation from intimidating authority figure to gentle, caring husband is enough to make me forget every rational thought, every lie, every betrayal. All I can see is the man I love, the man who’s holding me close, the man who’s defending me, the man who’s still mine."You've seemed subdued lately," he observes, his voice dropping to that intimate tone that makes my toes curl in my shoes. His thumb brushes across my knuckles, and the simple touch sends electricity racing through my entire body. I lean into his touch, pressing my cheek against his hand, and I look up at him, my eyes soft, my heart full of love."Have you been feeling alright? Maybe we should arrange a vacation somewhere. A change of scenery might be good for you."The genuine concern in his voice makes my throat tight with emotion. When was the last time someone cared this much about my wellbeing?

You... Care About What I'm Doing?

Evelyn’s POVThere's a moment of dead silence as Sebastian processes this response. His eyes search my face with growing confusion, clearly trying to decode the shift in my behavior, clearly trying to ignore the love and desire in my eyes, clearly trying to push away the feelings that he still has for me."Evelyn," he says carefully, "are you feeling alright? You're acting very..." He trails off, his eyes softening, his hand brushing a strand of hair behind my ear, a gentle, intimate gesture that makes my heart race, that makes me believe he still loves me, that makes me hope for more.He reaches across the table and presses the back of his hand to my forehead, his touch gentle but clinical. I lean slightly to the side, avoiding his hand naturally— no shyness, just a refusal of his unnecessary physical contact, just a silent I don’t need your care, I need your love. But he catches my chin with his fingers, tilting my face up to his, his eyes locked on mine, his thumb brushing acros

This Is Just a Deal

Evelyn's POVWhat I discover behind the hedges makes my blood freeze in my veins. I stop behind the hedges, watching Blair seduce Sebastian with a cold expression on my face, but my heart is breaking into a million pieces, my love for him warring with my anger, my hurt, my betrayal. I hold my phone steady, continuing to record the video— my fingers don't shake at all, but my heart is screaming, my heart is begging him to push her away, to turn around, to see me, to choose me.Blair is on her knees in front of Sebastian, her silk blouse unbuttoned and hanging open, her actions making her intentions crystal clear. The intimate position leaves no room for misinterpretation about what she's offering, and I feel a surge of hatred that makes my chest ache—how dare she touch him, how dare she lay a hand on my man, how dare she try to take him from me.But it's Sebastian who makes my breath catch. Even in this compromising situation, he looks devastatingly handsome—his usually perfect hair

Go Build the Life You Want

Evelyn's POVBlair's sharp cry of pain echoes across the restaurant's entrance as she crumples to the ground, her ankle twisted at an unnatural angle. Several guests rush to her aid while she sits on the pavement, tears streaming down her carefully made-up face.I glance at Sebastian, watching for his reaction. His expression remains perfectly controlled, almost clinical as he observes the scene. But for a split second, I see a flicker of something—regret? Reluctance?—and my heart tugs. Even now, I’m still searching for signs that he cares, that he’s not as indifferent as he seems."Should we wait for you to make sure she's alright?" I ask quietly, my voice softening despite myself. I hate that I still care about his feelings, that I still want to be the understanding wife he once pretended to need."She has other people to handle that," Sebastian replies with the same tone he might use to discuss a minor business inconvenience. "We should go home to Sophie."The drive home begins i

Can't Leave Her

Sebastian's POVI sit in the hospital waiting room, phone in hand, finalizing Blair's medical arrangements. My mind isn't here. It's in the back of the car, days ago. Evelyn, asleep on my shoulder. Her breath warm against my neck, her body soft and trusting. I haven't felt that kind of closeness with her in years.She's different lately. Softer. More present. The distant, polite woman who shared my house has been replaced by someone who seems to actually see me. She thanks me for my work. She smiles. She looks at me like she used to—like I matter.What the hell is wrong with me?I force my thoughts back to the facts. To the end of this arrangement. The divorce.Divorce. It’s not even the right word for it. There is nothing legally binding us.I remember the meetings seven years ago, just before the Hawthorne Industries IPO. The board was in a panic over my sudden marriage. A potential claim on my shares could have been catastrophic. They pushed for a prenuptial agreement that was a

When This Ends

Evelyn's POVSophie chatters happily about her day while Sebastian and I exchange glances across the table—small smiles and meaningful looks that feel like secrets shared between lovers rather than strangers sharing a house. I want to freeze this moment, to stay here forever, where everything feels like it used to be."I'll get your tea," I say as we finish dinner, already knowing exactly how he likes it prepared—two sugars, a splash of milk, just like he did when we first met."You don't have to—" he starts, but I'm already moving toward the kitchen."I want to," I call back, my heart light with happiness for the first time in months. This is working. The counselor was right—showing Sebastian that I see his efforts, that I want to contribute to our relationship, is making a difference. The man I married is still there, still capable of warmth and connection. Maybe we can fix this. Maybe there's still hope.Just then, Sophie ran over and wrapped her arms around my leg."Mommy," she

Clear My Schedule Tomorrow

Sebastian's POVI found Sophie in the living room, sitting cross-legged on the floor with her back against the sofa. She was practically glowing with happiness, a world away from the sullen, quiet girl who'd been moping around since Evelyn left."You look pleased with yourself," I observed, settling into my chair with my evening scotch. I'd been a mess since she left—irritable, distracted, unable to focus on anything.She beamed up at me. "I just talked to Mommy!"Something in her tone made me pause. Sophie had been distant from Evelyn lately, often seeming annoyed by her mother's attempts at connection. This sudden enthusiasm was unexpected. But the mention of Evelyn's name made my chest tighten."And that made you this happy?" I asked, trying to keep my voice neutral.Sophie nodded vigorously. "I made Mommy sad today. I told her I missed her, and she sounded like she was crying. So I want to spend tomorrow with her. Just the two of us. To make her feel better." She paused, then added

Making It Clear

Evelyn's POVAt exactly noon, I spotted the familiar black Maybach pulling into the resort's circular drive. My heart lifted as the car door opened and Sophie practically exploded from the backseat. She was wearing the most adorable pink ballet dress, complete with a tulle skirt that bounced with every step, and a pink Barbie charm bracelet jingled on her wrist, catching the sunlight.The moment she saw me standing by the entrance, her face transformed with pure joy."Mommy!" she shrieked, launching herself away from the tall figure beside the car. "Mommy, I missed you so much!"She ran toward me with her arms outstretched, her ballet slippers pattering against the stone pathway. I caught her in my arms, spinning her around once before holding her tight against me. Her small body was warm and solid, and she smelled like the strawberry shampoo I'd been buying for her since she was a baby."I missed you too, sweetheart," I murmured into her hair. "So very much."When I looked up, Seb

Do You Have Someone You Like?

Evelyn's POV"What is it?" I asked, my eyes searching his face with sudden tension.Sebastian's gaze held mine, and that gentle smile remained, but there was something deeper in his expression now. Something that made my pulse quicken with anxiety."You know what I want to talk to you about, don't you?"My hands clenched into fists beneath the table. I lowered my eyes and nodded slowly. "I know."But even as I said the words, confusion swirled through my mind like a storm. Hadn't I already made everything clear? Hadn't I already presented him with those divorce papers, signed and sealed, giving him exactly what he wanted? Why did he need to come here, to this peaceful place, and force this conversation?Was he afraid I might change my mind later? That I might try to cling to him, to fight for a marriage that had been dead for years? Or was this his way of delivering the final blow, ensuring I understood that there was absolutely no hope left between us?The thought sent a sharp pain

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