My Coldhearted Husband'S Regret novel Chapter 239

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Cullen made no attempt to insist otherwise. “Alright,” he replied, already turning away as the women stepped into the gathering darkness.

Just as she set the teapot down, the door swung open and Cullen strode in with an unreadable expression.

Cullen walked silently alongside Veronica and Mary as they descended in the elevator. The air between them hummed with unspoken tension, words left unsaid weighing heavily in the confined space.

Veronica and Mary acknowledged him with polite nods, but before Veronica could say anything more, Cullen cut in sharply, “Why aren’t you in class yet?”

With a nod, Cullen agreed, then turned back to his mother. “I have some matters to take care of. I’ll come by again tomorrow.”

Despite her dismissive words, she had noticed Cullen’s increased hospital visits since her fall. His attentiveness had pleased her, even if she wouldn’t admit it openly. Her only lingering dissatisfaction was his persistent attitude toward Veronica and his unwavering determination to proceed with the divorce.

While this wasn’t a lie, both women genuinely had no desire to share a meal with Cullen. The thought of forced conversation over dinner seemed more exhausting than appealing.

Seemingly content to drop the subject, Cook turned to Veronica with genuine affection in her eyes. “Ver still makes the best tea,” she praised, taking a appreciative

sip.

Cullen’s only response was a faint smile, offering no explanation for his extended

absence.

Veronica hadn’t given Cullen’s departure much thought until Cook’s complaint sparked her memory. Niall was still waiting downstairs, Cullen had likely gone to keep her company–though remaining absent for over half an hour seemed excessive by any

standard.

After brewing the tea to perfection, Veronica poured three fresh cups for herself,

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Mary, and Cook, the aroma filling the sterile hospital room with warmth.

Earlier, Matilda had been fluttering around the room, ensuring everything was perfect -fresh fruit artfully arranged on plates, delicate pastries on tiered stands, and hot tea steaming in elegant cups.

Veronica and Mary exchanged knowing glances, acknowledging it was time to leave.

Upon seeing them, his face brightened. “Cull, Veronica, Madam Jayden,” he greeted them respectfully.

Cook, perceptive as always, seemed to understand their reluctance and didn’t push the issue. Instead, she simply directed Cullen to escort them downstairs.

When he finally spoke, it was only to announce, “I’m stepping out for a bit.”

Cook looked up at him with narrowed eyes. “I thought you weren’t coming back.”

Before he could formulate a response, Veronica and Mary had already declined the offer. “There’s no need to trouble yourself,” Veronica said smoothly. “We have soup waiting at home–we’ll just eat there.”

When Matilda stepped away momentarily, Veronica noticed Mary’s tea had grown cold. Without hesitation, she picked up the small porcelain teapot and moved toward the table, intending to brew a fresh pot.

After Cullen left the hospital room, his absence stretched longer than expected. Thirty minutes passed with no sign of his return, leaving the women to their own devices.

As another thirty minutes passed, the evening sky darkened beyond the hospital windows, painting the room in soft shadows.

“Go on, then,” Cullen replied, his tone softening slightly.

“Go, go,” Cook dismissed him with a wave. “Come if you want to, I don’t care.”

“Okay,” Leo responded, stepping into the elevator as the doors opened.

Cullen remained on the periphery of their conversation, his contributions minimal. However, when their teapot emptied, he silently noted Cook’s subtle gesture and moved to refill their cups without being asked.

Cook immediately instructed Cullen, “You should have dinner with them,” but Cullen’s

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hesitation was visible in his tense shoulders.

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