Regretting The Wife He Threw Away

Even though she knew the real reason, she still pretended to be in the dark.

"So you're planning to give me custody of Mario?"

"Yes." Stewart's tone was earnest. "I'm moving out from the Wentworth family registry, and in a little while, I'll be relocating overseas."

Briony fixed her gaze on him. "You went through so much trouble to win custody of your son, and now you're giving it up so easily?"

"That was because The Wentworth Group needed an heir." Stewart's expression was steady, betraying nothing. "Now that neither the company nor the family has anything to do with me, I'm heading abroad to start a new business. The early days will be hectic and unpredictable. If Mario comes with me, I won't be able to give him the attention he deserves."

His explanation made perfect sense.

Briony studied the man before her, thinking to herself how convincing his lies could be.

She asked, "Have you discussed this with Mario?"

Stewart's Adam's apple bobbed. "Not yet."

"Mario really depends on you right now. While you've been away these past few days, he's even called out for you in his sleep."

Stewart froze.

Briony went on, "Stewart, I'm grateful you'd give Mario to me, but he's used to being with you. I hope you'll consider his feelings, too."

A sharp pain twisted in Stewart's chest.

If only the real reason for giving up custody was just an international move.

But that was just a lie.

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