HIS REGRET (Ex-Husband wants Me Back) novel Chapter 28

Chapter 28

Vanessa’s hand shot up once more, this time propelled by a fierce, burning anger. She aimed to leave a mark—maybe even break Althea’s lip if luck was on her side.

“Enough, Vanessa!”

Before the blow could land, Daven caught her wrist mid-swing, halting her movement with a firm grip.

Vanessa stared at him, disbelief and hurt mingling in her eyes. “What are you doing, Daven?” she asked, voice trembling.

“Stop,” he said quietly, tightening his hold—not out of anger, but to make it clear that he wouldn’t tolerate any more violence.

But calm was already slipping away. Vanessa’s body shook, her eyes glistening with unshed tears.

“You’re… defending her now?” she whispered, her voice breaking as heartbreak seeped through every word.

“I’m not defending her,” Daven replied softly.

“Then what is this?” she snapped, wrenching her hand free from his grasp. “Why is she in your bed? What were you two doing?!”

Althea’s voice was small and hesitant. “We didn’t do anything. I’m sorry if it looks bad—”

“I’M NOT TALKING TO YOU, YOU BITCH!” Vanessa screamed, spinning around with venom flashing in her eyes.

“Vanessa, listen to me,” Daven said sharply, rubbing his temples as frustration bubbled beneath his calm exterior. “What Althea said is true. We di—”

“Daven!” Vanessa’s voice cracked as she interrupted, tears spilling down her cheeks. “Have you already forgotten everything we’ve been through? She’s just an outsider! She’s manipulating you, and you’re falling for it!”

Taking a shaky breath, she continued, “She’s nobody!”

“No,” Daven said firmly. “She’s my wife, Vanessa.”

Vanessa froze, her breath catching in her throat.

“At least until the agreement between us ends. And you know that,” he added.

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