Chapter 18 Are you sure you want to meet her , Sharon ? Nathan followed me out of his unit his jacket slung casually over his shoulder We could just report this to the police , he suggested again .
at yet And I shook my head , unwilling to take the matter to legal authorities Graces actions hadnt truly impacted me at least , not thanks to Nathans quick intervention , the news hadnt spread too far I dont want to escalate the situation , I said , glancing back at him .
Wouldnt that only humiliate me further ? Besides , even if I deny everything , people will assume its just an excuse } Nathan nodded , thankfully not pressing the issue .
I was confident I could handle this on my own .
Besides , I would feel guilty if my actions led to a pregnant woman like Grace ending up in jail , even if she had brought this upon herself .
We headed down to the basement , abandoning my original plan to rest that afternoon I made a mental note to apologize to my kids for dragging them around so much lately Let me drive , Nathan said , stepping in front of me as I reached for the dowers seat .
You shouldnt overexert yourself .
Theyll feel it I nodded , not arguing this time .
He was right I was exhausted Nathan drove toward Rose Feiss Boulevard , the address of my former penthouse The distance wasnt for , but it was enough for me to relax , even if only by sitting comfortably in the car When we arrived , we stepped out and approached the guard at the front gate Can I see Grace ? I asked ???? ) Sorry , malam .
Ms.
Simon isnt here , the guard replied } ) Where is she ? The two guards exchanged glances before shaking their heads .
It was clear they had no idea .
Didnt Edgar and Grace live here after they got marned ?.
If thats the case , can we meet Edgar ? Nathan asked , speaking on my behalf when I hesitated .
Right .
If we couldnt find Grace , we should at least speak to Edgar .
Though the thought of facing my ex husband again made me uneasy .
Just hearing his name sometimes brought back painful memories Before the guard could respond , a car pulled up to the gate .
I recognized it immediately Edgars car The guards opened the gate , and the luxury vehicle glided through smoothly .
But what stunned me wasnt the car it was Edgar mself .

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Sharon , he called The man who had once been so arrogant , so commanding , now sat in a wheelchair .
His face was pale , his clothes simple , a stark contrast to his usual sharp office attire .
His gaze so often cold and unyielding now held sorrow , regret .
What had happened to him ? Someone pushed Edgars wheelchair forward , bringing him closer to where Nathan and I stood .
His eyes flickered between us .
What brings you here ? His voice was weak , devoid of hostility ) I hesitated .
What had changed Edgar ? Wheres your wife ? Nathan asked , cutting through the moment of silence i Edgar frowned .
Grace? Why are you looking for her ? } } Nathan and I exchanged glances .
This wasnt the time to explain everything .
Edgar seemed to understand .
He let out a quiet sigh .
At first , I didnt know where she was , he admitted .
His expression was open , honest there was no deception in his eyes .
She disappeared after I was diagnosed with cancer .
Cancer ? Nathan asked , his tone sharp with surprise .
Edgar turned to me , his gaze heavy with something I couldnt name I looked away , unwilling to be affected by what I saw ! He exhaled softly .
You know , Sharon , the cancer , it came back .
He offered a weak smile .
And Ive lost all hope because theres something impossible for me to ask of you again .
I clenched my hands into fists .
Were done , Edgar , I said , forcing my voice to remain steady .
!! I wouldnt let this change anything I wouldnt let his condition erase the betrayals he had inflicted on me .
Edgar reached for my hand , but I instinctively pulled away Nathan stepped between us , his presence a solid barrier Sharon , Edgar said , his voice laced with desperation .
Is there no chance for me ? % I turned my head , refusing to meet his gaze .
I couldnt bring myself to lash out at someone so clearly defeated , but that didnt mean i would give in , either .
Nathans grip on my waist tightened , his voice firm.it Enough of this drama , he said , his possessiveness unmistakable .
I glanced up at him , catching the intensity in his expression .
Cerps gaze .
He was right I wouldnt contradict a single word that was about to leave his mouth We dont need your pleas , Mr.
Harrison , Nathan continued , his tone sharp with disdain , Sharon left because of your own mistakes , so dont act like youre the only one whos suffering .
Without another word , Nathan took my hand and led me back to the car .
I let him .
My body felt drained , my resolve dangerously close to crumbling .
The dove back was silent .
Nathan kept his focus on the road , though I caught him glancing at me now and then .
I stared out the window , my thoughts tangled Should I feel angry ? Should I feel sorry ?! I didnt know ! After a long silence , Nathan spoke , his voice gentle .
Are you okay ? ; I nodded , though it was a lie Nathan didnt push me to talk .
He simply returned his attention to the road , giving me the space I needed .
When we arrived at my apartment , I went straight to my unit .
I showered , hoping to wash away the exhaustion weighing on me By the time I collapsed onto my bed , fatigue overtook me I wasnt sure how long I slept , but when I woke , I felt lighter .
Not better , but not as heavy as before Nathan was sitting beside the bed , watching me with quiet concem | You were out for a few hours he said .
I was worn ed | offered a weak smile .
Im line Another lie .
] Nathan nodded , but his eyes told me he didnt believe me .
I know youre not he murmured .
But Im here .
You dont have to go through this alone , My heart clenched .
His words were so soft , so steady , they made me want to trust him .
Nathan leaned in slightly , his face close to mine .
I could feel the warmth of his breath , the quiet intensity in his gazel Sharon , he said , his voice almost a whisper .
I really like you I like them .
My breath caught Nathan the man who had once been nothing but an annoyance was confessing his feelings .
And somehow , I couldnt bring myself to push him away .
He moved even closer , his lips brushing against mine .
The air between us crackled with tension And when our lips finally met , it was soft , tender yet filled with an unspoken longing .
The kiss deepened , sending a thrill through me , leaving me breathless .
But I didnt care .
Because for the first time in a long time , I felt like I was exactly where I was meant to be