Regretting The Wife He Threw Away

Briony sent a generous digital bonus to the company group chat, and when Hannah snagged the biggest share, she cheered out loud with delight.

"Let's clock out early today and have dinner together-my treat!" Briony announced as she stepped out of her office, smiling at everyone.

"Briony, you're the best!" Hannah jumped up from her desk and made a beeline for Briony, arms outstretched for a dramatic hug-

James's eyes widened. He quickly stepped in front of Briony, holding out a hand in warning, "Hey now, let's not get too excited!"

Hannah stopped short, giving James a puzzled look. "Mr. Delaney, are you... declaring your territory?"

James hesitated. The truth was, he was just worried that Hannah's enthusiasm might accidentally hurt his goddaughter. But Briony's pregnancy was still top secret-absolutely no one could know.

So, James decided to just roll with it.

"That's right! You heard me I'm Briony's official bodyguard now!" he said with great seriousness, waving Hannah off. "You better watch yourself. Sure, you're a girl, but our Bryn's got universal charm-no one's immune! So do us all a favor and keep your distance."

Hannah just stared at him, speechless.

Briony could tell James was only worried Hannah might bump into her belly. She personally thought he was being a little over the top, but since he was just looking out for her as the baby's godfather, she didn't argue.

Since Briony said nothing, Hannah took her silence as agreement.

between the two of them, a hint of playful speculation

the studio staff couldn't

from accounting whistled, "Wow, Mr. Delaney, that was

young man! Keep it up. Maybe you'll be our boss's

the office's resident jokester, still spoke with a heavy Cantonese accent despite being over fifty. "James, if you've got good news soon, don't forget to bring us some wedding

He rubbed the tip of his nose, his gaze darting away as he tried to play it cool. "Yeah,

awkwardness just made everyone

Briony glanced up and caught sight of his ears-red

Is he blushing?

quietly walked over to the dog

if people get to enjoy special holidays,

opened a can of dog

tail wagging with glee. "Dig

the puppy barked softly

savor its treat, gently stroking its head, her eyes crinkled

the studio buzzed with laughter and good cheer, the