Regretting The Wife He Threw Away

Ferdinand.

After half a year apart, he seemed different.

There was still that gentle charm about him, but now it carried a hint of a

businessman's edge.

Briony met his gaze, feeling as though she were looking at someone from another life.

She'd watched the replay of that press conference Ferdinand held six months ago. What surprised her most was that, at the critical moment, Ferdinand had stepped forward to speak up for Stewart, clearing his name.

By blood, they were brothers. Yet because of Fred's selfishness, the two ended up on opposite sides.

Still, Ferdinand's public defense had at least put an end to the rumors that Stewart was some illegitimate stray.

Now, seeing him again, Briony's feelings were tangled and complicated.

"It's been a long time," Briony said softly, looking at him. "Where have you been all this time? Romy has been trying to find you."

"We haven't seen each other in half a year, and the first thing you do is talk to me about someone else?" Ferdinand let out a quiet laugh. "Bryn, after everything, you should know how I feel about you."

Briony's brows knitted in surprise.

be so blunt. Even though she'd sensed his feelings for her six months ago, she thought she'd made her own stance

Stewart because I wanted you to know where I stand. I know how much you love the children, and I knew you wouldn't want their father's name dragged through the mud. That's why I did it. Bryn, everything I've done has been for you and the kids.

lips together,

little desperate. Like he was

completely. At the same time, she couldn't just dismiss everything he'd

And having another friend was

children, thank you," Briony said,

smile. "So that's it, Bryn?

forward.

you." Briony's

but firm. "I treasure

life I

Mr. Ellsworth. I hope you do

gave a crooked smile. "This life you treasure... there's no Stewart in it. But there's no place for

was about to answer when

sized Ferdinand

to his feet and offering

Mr. Maynard, I hope we'll have a