Goodbye Forever Ex-Husband (by Ammund) novel Chapter 31

OLIVIA’S POV

I saw how Julian’s expression changed the moment I mentioned Adrian’s name. His relaxed posture stiffened, and he slowly raised a brow, setting his laptop aside as he turned his attention fully to me.

“Adrian called you?” he asked, his tone laced with suspicion.

“Yeah, a few minutes ago,” I replied, shifting slightly under his gaze.

“And what did he say?”

I hesitated for a brief moment, choosing my words carefully. “He said he wants to talk to me.”

Julian’s eyes narrowed. “All of a sudden?”

I nodded. “I was shocked when I saw his call too.

He leaned back against his chair, crossing his arms. “And what did you tell him?” For a moment, I considered telling Julian everything–how Adrian had threatened to pull his funds from my parents‘ company if I didn’t meet him. But I knew that would only make things worse. Julian would never let me go if he knew the full extent of Adrian’s manipulation.

So instead, I straightened my shoulders and said, “Well, he’s still my husband, and I want to hear what he has to say.”

Julian’s expression darkened instantly. “Are you serious?”

“Yeah, I am,” I said, holding my ground.

“This is the same guy you’ve been doing everything to stay away from, and now you suddenly want to hear what he has to say?” His voice had an edge to it now, a mix of frustration and concern.

-I sighed. “I know what I’m doing, Julian. I have my reasons.”

His jaw tightened, and I could see he was struggling to keep his emotions in check. ” Liv, what possible reasons could you have for willingly walking into a conversation with him?”

I glanced away, trying to think of a way to ease his concerns without revealing too much. “Look, just trust me, okay? I wouldn’t do this if I didn’t think it was necessary.”

Julian studied me in silence for a few moments before finally exhaling sharply “Alright. If you say so.”

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That was easier than I expected. ught commy him would take longer. Maybe

he realized there was no point in arguing with me about it.

“So, when are you going to see him?” he asked.

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CHAPTER 131

“By 7 p.m.,” I replied.

Julian frowned. “Tomorrow?”

“No,” I said, shaking my head. “Tonight.”

His gaze snapped to me. “Tonight? That’s in less than an hour, Liv.”

I nodded, checking the

time on my phone. “I should probably get ready.”

I walked over to my room and brought out a casual top and shorts jeans, and white sneakers

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Not like I was trying to impress him or anything.

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About 20 minutes later I was done, I walked down to inform Julian I was leaving.

Julian didn’t say anything for a few seconds, but I could tell he was thinking. Then, as ! turned to leave, he spoke again.

“My driver will take you there.”

I hesitated. “Are you sure that’s a good idea?”

“It’s safer,” he said firmly.

I hadn’t thought of it that way, but he was right. If I took an Uber, I’d be completely alone once I arrived. With Julian’s driver, at least someone would be waiting for me.

Julian’s eyes searched mine for a moment before he finally pulled me into a brief hug. Then, without another word, I slid into the car, and the driver started the engine. The ride was quiet. I kept my gaze fixed on the window, watching as the city lights. blurred past. Despite my earlier confidence, I couldn’t shake the feeling of unease creeping up my spine. What did Adrian really want? Was this just about our marriage, or was there something more?

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