Goodbye Forever Ex-Husband (by Ammund) novel Chapter 12

CHAPTER 012

ADRIAN’S POV

“An amazing meal, wasn’t it?” I asked, wiping my mouth with a napkin, my tone calm yet satisfied.

“I believe so,” James replied, stretching slightly as he stood from his seat.

Dora remained silent, dabbing her lips before placing the napkin gently on the table. Her gaze lingered on me for a moment before she finally rose, adjusting her dress slightly.

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The atmosphere between us carried an unspoken tension one that neither James nor the restaurant staff dared to acknowledge.

As we prepared to leave, the restaurant owner hesitantly approached, holding a neatly folded bill in his hands. Clearing his throat, he finally spoke.

“Sir, I hope you enjoyed your meal?” His voice was laced with respect and caution.

“As always,” James answered in my stead casually, shoving his hands into his pockets.

The owner nodded before carefully extending the bill toward me. “This is the total bill for this week, Mr. Westwood,” he added, barely above a whisper.

1 took the slip of paper and unfolded it slowly. My eyes scanned the total.

$150,000

A small smirk tugged at the corner of my lips. The number didn’t faze me – I had spent far more on trivial things before. Still, seeing this amount, a sum that equaled the salaries of so many workers, written neatly in front of me was an amusing reminder of my influence.

I never paid per visit. The owner knew the arrangement. I ate here whenever I wanted, hosted whoever I pleased, and only settled the bill once a week. It was a convenience I enjoyed, and no one dared to question it.

“I’ll have my accountant forward everything to you by this evening,” I said coolly, folding the paper back and tucking it into my suit jacket. Straightening my cuffs, I headed for the exit.

James and Dora followed closely behind.

Outside, the crisp night air greeted us, carrying the faint sounds of the bustling city. My driver had already pulled up to the curb, waiting. Just as I was about to get in, James‘ phone rang. He glanced at the screen before turning to me..

“I have somewhere to be,” he said Successfully unlocked! back into his pocket.

I gave a slight nod. “Sure.”

He hadn’t come in his own car, so he ordered an Uber and stood off to the side, waiting.

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CHAPTER 012

Dora, on the other hand, had driven herself and trailed behind me as we both headed back to my estate. I wondered why she was following me home this late.

The drive home was quiet. The city lights blurred past, but inside the car, the air was thick with anticipation. Dora had been in my home numerous times, but tonight felt different. The absence of Olivia made the house feel… lighter. Freer.

And she liked it.

When we arrived, I stepped out first, my movements smooth and deliberate. Dora followed, her heels clicking softly against the marble driveway.

Inside, the grand foyer was silent, save for the distant ticking of an antique clock. Dora inhaled deeply – there was no trace of Olivia’s presence.

Loosening my tie, I glanced at her briefly. “Have a seat,” I said before disappearing up the grand staircase.

Dora walked into the living room, taking in the luxurious decor with ease. My maid approached her, bowing slightly. “Would you like anything to drink, ma’am?”

She shook her head. “No, thank you.”

The maid bowed again before retreating, leaving Dora alone in the vast, elegant space.

“You’re here because you want to be here,” I said simply.

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