The Billionaire Husband’s Betrayal novel Chapter 22

Chapter 15: Leonardo’s POV

I couldn’t help but rise to my feet eagerly as I saw Claire walk into the room. I had missed her deeply. But as I hugged her, something felt different about her. I could see that Claire wasn’t feeling well. I believe it had to do with Matthew, who had comfortably acquainted himself with Charlotte as they continued conversing.

Or maybe it had to do with my own presence? I had done a horrible job at making her happy on the one day I should have. Our fifth wedding anniversary. I had done the opposite. I put my hands on her, I disregarded her and I betrayed her. But I hope she can forgive me when she sees the thought I put into this gift for her.

I watch Claire demand that Matthew leave and am shocked by her authority. Claire was never confrontational but she handled it well.

I lead Claire upstairs for some much–needed privacy. I didn’t want her brothers‘ eyes to grow of more greed if he just happened to catch a glance of my gift for Claire.

I wait eagerly to give her my gift. I start to explain how I had promised her a better gift and was ready to deliver it to her. I then slowly remove the envelope from behind my back and hand it to her with a smile.

I watched as her face turned white and realized what she thought was a divorce declaration was inside. I fell silent. I didn’t mean for it to scare her. I wanted Claire to know that I wanted her back home

with me, I want her to stay.

The moment was ruined as I knew I needed to help Charlotte.

Hopefully Claire would understand this time. Just as

I turn around to rush down the stairs to the living room, I realize Claire is coming as well. She cared. She knew that scream was from charlotte and still seemed concerned.

Maybe I was wrong when I blamed her so harshly. I should have known.