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.

Cedric sighed, pressing his lips together. "Stewart's my brother, but even I know you've been through hell in this marriage. I won't be the one to betray your

in the eye. "I trust your character, Dr. Clarke. So if Star chooses

Cedric

card. If you and Star end up together, consider it my wedding gift to

your own, pregnant-keep the money. Don't worry about Star. I'll

her tone gentle but firm. "It would put me at ease." Cedric relented, a hint of resignation in his voice. "Alright. I'll hold onto it for now." Briony stood. "I should get

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

lips together,

want to

since the accident, she hadn't truly

hesitation. After a moment's thought, he suggested, "How about this-I'll take her for a walk in

"What about Mrs. Joyner...?"

assured her. "I'll

relief mixing with

really wanted to see

if she'd ever get