Regretting The Wife He Threw Away

"Let's talk in my car," Lorna said. "Since this involves some personal matters, Mr. Delaney will need to excuse us."

James shot her a look but said nothing.

Lorna's car was a sleek black Land Rover.

Briony slipped into the passenger seat and quietly closed the door. Lorna switched on the air conditioning, adjusting the temperature as a chill breeze filled the interior.

For a moment, Briony sat in silence, studying her. From Lorna's clothes to the understated luxury of her car, everything about her was completely different from the persona she used to show the world. This, Briony thought, must be closer to the real Lorna.

Lorna caught Briony's gaze and, noticing the scrutiny in her eyes, let out a soft laugh and arched an elegant brow. “Judging by your reaction, you seem surprised... but oddly calm?"

Briony's lips curved in a faint smile. "Crystal told me you knew martial arts."

"So I've been exposed all along!" Lorna shrugged, feigning exasperation. "Guess

I'm really losing my edge these days. Maybe it's finally time to retire."

asked quietly, "So

playful. "The real deal. Whoever pays the most,

"Back home, people like you would be

sorry-I'm not from around here." She paused, then circled back to the main topic. “I asked to meet you

"Go ahead."

just part of the act. And I swear on my life, I

expression was

"You know? Who told

you and Stewart nearly drove me insane. But children don't lie. If you and Stewart had treated him badly, little Mariowould never have wanted to go back to Southcreek Manor. I was just so anxious I

stared at her. "So... all

wanted, and I survived it.

for my

he

own to live. No matter his intentions, his schemes and manipulations forced me down

I thought it was a lousy plan from the start. But Stewart was determined, and I was just doing the job I was paid for. His intentions really were good, you know. Maybe try not to hold it