Regretting The Wife He Threw Away

Briony had barely finished reading the message when Stewart's call came

through.

This time, she didn't hesitate-she picked up right away.

"Stewart, what did you mean by that message you sent me?"

"It's a long story," Stewart's voice was low and serious. "Pack your bags and meet me at the airport. I'll explain everything there."

Briony frowned. "You haven't told me anything. Why should I trust you?"

"When Ms. Hudson disappeared all those years ago, I hired an international search-and-rescue team. While the police were still searching the Pearbrook area, my team was already combing the coastline and open waters. We've never stopped looking, not even for a single year."

Briony's grip tightened around her phone. "So... you're telling me my mother might still be alive?"

"The latest report says she's alive, but we can't be completely sure yet," Stewart replied. “That's why I need you to come in person."

Briony closed her eyes. "Stewart, this better not be a cruel joke."

"I've always blamed myself for what happened to Ms. Hudson. No one wants her

I do." Stewart's tone

thoughts swirled

didn't trust Stewart-not for a

If there was even a sliver of hope, she couldn't let

go with you," she said. “But

"James?"

didn't answer, which was answer

and look after your daughter," Stewart said. "Where we're going is pretty remote-it'll take at least a

Remote?

you really trust

icy. "You're right. I don't trust

"Just come alone. I've got a professional team with me. All you have to do is follow my

and said nothing. She

in her room, Briony

Gwendolyn White stepped out, cradling Little Nina, who was wrapped snugly in a

yet again, Gwendolyn looked puzzled. "Another business

folding a sweater. "Stewart

name, Gwendolyn's brows knit together. "What does he want this time?" Briony glanced at Little