Regretting The Wife He Threw Away

"Woof woof!" The golden retriever puppy barked eagerly in response.

James chimed in with a grin, "Honestly, I think 'Woof Woof' is kind of a cute name!"

The puppy turned to James and let out a whimper, sounding adorably aggrieved.

James's eyes widened in surprise. "No way, did it just understand me?"

"Golden retrievers are really smart," Briony replied, smiling. “I think he just doesn't like your name. He probably prefers 'Lucky'."

"Woof woof!" the puppy barked again, clearly in agreement.

Watching the puppy respond to Briony's every word, James shook his head in mock defeat. "Alright, I give up! You really are his chosen human."

For the first time in days, Briony's lifeless eyes brightened, just a little, as she looked at the puppy.

She was about to let the puppy out when a familiar voice suddenly echoed from outside

"Mom!"

Briony froze in place.

had been left ajar, and Stewart walked in, Irwin

her with a

up, her expression calm as she watched Irwin approach. He wore a knitted beanie, his cheeks rosy and

to his feet too, shoving a hand into his pocket

his sharp gaze narrowing slightly when he noticed

with excitement as he lifted the carrier high. "Look,

Briony was taken aback.

giving her a

a cat person, but knowing this was a gift from Irwin, she couldn't help

couldn't resist asking, "Why are

says every woman loves cute

spark of hope

told me a kitten can keep you company instead of Grandma Julia. That way, you won't

replace Grandma Julia❞—stabbed Briony straight in

check. Her voice was tight. "I don't