After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back

Maria came out of the restroom, drying her hands, and spotted Sidney standing a short distance away, his dark eyes fixed on her. She flashed a smile. "What's wrong?"

Sidney's tone was cooler than usual. "What are you doing here?"

Maria walked slowly toward him, tilting her head slightly. "As your boss, I thought I'd check in on an employee's family. Is that not allowed?" Sidney replied, "It's not necessary."

"You're so cold," Maria teased, stepping a bit closer. "But that wasn't the case when we were at the hotel."

Sidney's expression instantly turned icy. "What are you trying to do?"

Seeing his tense and guarded look, Maria's smile widened. "Do you always do whatever I say?"

Sidney pressed his lips together, remaining silent.

Maria brushed her hair back over her shoulder. "I want you to kiss me."

Sidney's gaze grew colder, and he turned to leave without another word.

Maria couldn't help but laugh softly. "Let's see how long you can hold out, Sidney."

Back in the hospital room, Ruth had already fallen asleep.

Aveline was just about to leave when she saw them returning together. "Ma'am is asleep now, so I think I'll head out."

said, "I'll walk you

need, you

Sidney insisted, "There's a nurse here.

so much as a glance at Maria,

arms crossed. Even after sleeping with her, he still

a player, wasn't

Well, no matter.

one time. A few more, and

glanced at Aveline, a complicated look in his eyes. "I..."

of hesitation crossed Sidney's eyes. After a long pause, he finally said,

almost like he had something he couldn't bring himself to say. "If there's something

Forget it...

sighed inwardly. He lacked the courage to speak. He feared that if he did, there would be no turning back. "Take care on your way

frowned slightly. "Is there something going on? Is someone causing

"I just wanted to see you

her mind, his expression seemed sincere enough. She got into her car, gave him