Regretting The Wife He Threw Away

"Is there something you want to say to me?"

"Yes." Briony reached into her purse and pulled out a card, sliding it across the table toward Cedric Clarke. "There's a hundred thousand in here."

Cedric glanced at the bank card, brow furrowing. "What's this for?"

"Star might not remember me anymore, but I'm still her sister. This is just a little something from me. Please, keep it for her."

He didn't take the card, studying her instead. "Are you planning to leave Northborough?"

Briony nodded.

"Have you finalized your divorce from Stewart?"

"No," she replied evenly. "And since you already know about the pregnancy, I'l

just be honest. I want to have the baby first. When two years are up-or if Stewart changes his mind before then—I'll come back and settle the divorce."

Cedric's frown deepened. "And if Stewart refuses?"

brushing her hand over her stomach. "I

been through hell in this marriage. I won't be the one to betray your trust. Since you've made up your mind, I wish you all the best. If

trust your character, Dr. Clarke. So if Star chooses you, I

Cedric replied

keep the card. If you and Star end up together, consider it my wedding gift to her. Just find a reason to give

money. Don't worry about Star.

at ease." Cedric relented, a hint of resignation in his voice. "Alright.

rose with her. "Are you sure you don't want to go up and see her? If she hadn't lost her memory, I know she'd

her lips together, her

want to

hadn't

take her for a walk in the little park out back. You can see her

"What about Mrs. Joyner...?"

Cedric assured her. "I'll

nodded, relief mixing

to see Stella one more

if she'd ever get the chance