Cold Husband Burning Regret: The Divorce He Couldn't Handle novel Chapter 173

The driver returned from the pharmacy not long after, leaning down at the car window to say something to Evander.

Evander’s expression froze for a moment. He sat in silence for a long time, lost in thought, his gaze distant.

…

Back at the office, Charlotte took a pregnancy test. Five anxious minutes later, the result was negative.

She let out a shaky breath—thank goodness, she wasn’t pregnant.

After that, Charlotte picked up some mild medication for her stomach at the pharmacy. On her way past the break room, she overheard two nurses chatting about Vera.

It struck her—she hadn’t seen Vera since that day in the operating room, when Vera had warned her that Tricia was up to something.

Apparently, Vera had quit right after.

Back at her desk, Charlotte tried calling Vera, but got no answer. Using the address from Vera’s HR file, she decided to find her in person that afternoon.

Charlotte parked her car near a narrow alley. The apartment buildings were packed tightly together, and the lane was far too cramped for her car. She had to walk the rest of the way.

Vera stepped out of a convenience store, clearly surprised to see Charlotte waiting outside her door. “Dr. Sterling?”

Charlotte smiled and nodded in greeting.

After a moment’s hesitation, Vera invited Charlotte inside. The apartment was quiet, her family out for the day. Vera poured a glass of warm water and set it on the coffee table. “I’m here alone. Dr. Sterling, what brings you here?”

Charlotte met her eyes. “I heard you resigned.”

Vera fell silent and looked away.

“Was it because of Tricia?” Charlotte asked gently.

“…No, it’s my own issue. I just didn’t want to stay any longer.” Vera twisted her hands together, unable to meet Charlotte’s gaze.

Sensing her discomfort, Charlotte didn’t push. She sipped her water and then said quietly, “Would you consider joining me at Riverspire Medical Center?”

Vera’s eyes widened. “You’re transferring to Riverspire?”

“I applied to leave a while ago. The benefits at Riverspire aren’t as generous as The Capital’s, but at least it’s peaceful.”

After a moment, Charlotte slowly unclenched her hand. “I understand. It’s not your fault.”

Vera had been threatened—she only wanted to protect herself.

How could Charlotte blame her for not sounding the alarm?

“But do you remember who she was talking to on the phone?”

Vera hesitated, then shook her head. “I’m not sure. She sounded very respectful, though—she called her ‘Mrs. Fontaine.’”

As she left Vera’s apartment, Charlotte’s mind was already racing, searching for a way to make Mrs. Fontaine reveal her true colors.

Just then, her phone rang. It was Evander.

“You’re not at the hospital?”

Charlotte’s tone was flat. “I’m out. What’s up?”

He replied in his usual calm voice, “Send me your location. I’ll come pick you up.”