Chapter 476
Between Ruin And Resolve: My Ex-Husband’s Regret
Chapter 476:
Just as she was about to press a kiss to his cheek, Noah abruptly swung his arm with force. âGet lost!â
His voice was rough, laced with irritation. Viviâs hands froze midair, her complexion paling. She hadnât expected such a harsh rejection.
âMr⦠Mr. Wallâ¦â Her voice wavered, her confidence shaken. âDid I do something wrong?â
Noahâs brows knitted together as he struggled to open his eyes, his gaze falling on the blurred figure before him. âWho are you?â
Viviâs body stiffened, a chill creeping up her spine. She swallowed her embarrassment and forced a smile. âMr. Wall, youâve had too much to drink. Itâs me, Viviâ¦â
âVivi?â Noahâs eyes remained clouded with confusion. âI donât know youâ¦â With that, he shut his eyes again and attempted to get up, his body unsteady.
Alarmed, Vivi rushed forward to steady him, worried he might collapse. âCareful, Mr. Wallâ¦â Her tone was gentle, as though nothing had just occurred. But her hands clenched into fists, nails biting into her palms.
Suppressing the frustration rising within her, she composed herself. Then, her gaze flickered with an idea. âMr. Wall, did you⦠drop something?â Her voice carried a playful undertone laced with intrigue.
Noah frowned slightly, his irritation evident, but he reluctantly opened his eyes. âWhat?â His voice remained low and hoarse.
His reaction made Viviâs heart race with anticipation. âI think something fell just nowâ¦â she murmured, her tone dripping with implication.
Noahâs gaze turned hazy as he followed Viviâs line of sight, looking down at himself. His shirt was slightly undone, exposing a glimpse of his defined collarbone.
Viviâs stare lingered there for a moment before trailing further down. Noahâs breathing became heavier.
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âMr. Wallâ¦â Viviâs voice turned even softer, sultry. âYou really did drop somethingâ¦â
As she spoke, she leaned in closer, her hand reaching for his belt. Just before her fingers could touch the buckle, Noah shoved her away with unexpected force.
âStay away from me!â His voice was ice-cold, completely devoid of warmth.
Caught off guard, Vivi stumbled back, nearly losing her balance. Her face drained of color. She never imagined Noah would reject her so ruthlessly.
âMr⦠Mr. Wallâ¦â Her voice shook, barely above a whisper.
Noah said nothing, his piercing gaze fixed on her.
Under his sharp scrutiny, Viviâs confidence shattered. She quickly averted her eyes, unable to meet his.
She knew thenâher plan had completely failed.
Frustration churned within her, but she could do nothing.
Noahâs devotion to Sadie ran far deeper than she had anticipated.
If she wanted his heart, sheâd have to find another approach.
âMr. Wall, you⦠youâre drunk. Let me take you homeâ¦â Vivi steadied herself and spoke.
Her voice was calm again, as if nothing had ever happened.
Noah remained silent, offering only a faint nod in agreement.
Seeing his response, Vivi quickly stepped forward, securing an arm around him as she led him out of the lounge.
Downstairs, the banquet hall was still brimming with energy, the atmosphere unbroken.
However, the moment Noah and Vivi appeared, every gaze turned toward them. Noahâs complexion was pallid, his movements sluggish, and the effects of the alcohol were undeniable.
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