The Billionaire's Regret

Chapter 34

After all, Piper was now feeling really ill and was unable to leave the restroom for an extended period of time. Wyatt locked his focus on Ivy. His angular features reflected a complicated feeling and scrutiny. “How come you didn’t speak up when my family treated you that way?” “What?” Ivy arched her brow. Her eyes were lifeless, and she had not anticipated him to say that. “How come you never informed me?” He would have intervened to prevent his family from harming her if she had informed him. Wyatt examined her with his mesmerizing eyes as if he didn’t want to miss any expression on her face. Ivy chuckled. “It’s all in the past now, and we’re divorced.” I’m not going to bring it up again.” What purpose does that serve? They would only tend to embarrass her further. “Because we’re already divorced, what’s the point of discussing it? Seriously? You should at the very least inform me of your cause for seeking a divorce—whatever it may be, right?” Wyatt stifled the pounding of his heart in his chest and locked his stare on her with a grim gaze. “For what purpose?” Ivy clasped her lips together and chanted these three words. She wiped the smile from her face. As she cast a glance at him, her gaze was clear and cold. “Have we ever met in private in the last three years, Wyatt Reed? Have you ever given me the benefit of the doubt?” Wasn’t he the one who consented to the bullying that others committed against her? Each time they met; he maintained a businesslike demeanor. Alice Perez was the only person he ever mentioned. And Ivy was tortured by that name. Ivy suddenly recalled the moment they had recently married. She was perplexed as to why Wyatt was purposefully being cold to her and sought to educate herself on how to be a good wife. Each day, she would prepare meals and await his return. She was frightened of interfering with his job and hence refrained from calling him. On the other hand, Wyatt refused to return home for several days in a row, and Ivy couldn’t help but send him a text message asking if he wanted to try her cuisine. However, she never received a© 2024 Nôv/el/Dram/a.Org.

response. The endless attempts and gestures of kindness that resulted in her being repeatedly slapped in the face drained her and made her feel worthless. Later on, as Ivy grew accustomed to Wyatt’s cold attitude, she discovered that she was doomed to remain alone in their new home and that he would never return. Each of them served a distinct purpose in this marriage. Now that Ivy has completely liberated herself from the past, why is he seeking an explanation? If he had treated her as a wife, his family and friends would not have mocked her wishful thinking so openly. Wasn’t he the one who initiated the humiliation? Ivy’s words pierced his heart like a needle, causing throbbing pain in his chest. Wyatt squinted. “In fact, you had numerous opportunities to inform me—” “Does it mean it’s my fault?” Ivy scoffed. Ivy had lost interest in the past. She did not require anyone to defend her. She used to put up with their terrible abuse because she adored Wyatt, but she would not put up with any of it now that she no longer loves him! “Mr. Reed, you’re only interested in Alice Perez; how are you going to tolerate other women? I’m quite impressed that you care more about her than you do about your marriage, so what’s the point of discussing this now?” “In fact, Alice is—” Wyatt’s brows furrowed. He was about to confess his relationship with Alice to Ivy when Ivy abruptly interrupted him. “That is enough. Don’t ever mention that name in front of me. It’s terrible. It’s best if we pretend not to know each other, Mr. Reed.” Ivy then strolled away without glancing back in her high heels. Her cheerful disposition was shattered. Ivy reappeared with a sullen frown on her face, just in time to find Cooper waiting for her after he finished socializing. Cooper’s face was sad, as though he had overheard the others discussing Ivy’s argument with Piper earlier, but he appeared happy to see Ivy again. Ivy stepped over with a smile and petulantly clutched Cooper’s arm. “Is it finished yet? Are we

permitted to leave early? I’m completely exhausted today.” Cooper pinched her nose adoringly. “If you’re tired, we may leave. There is no reason to be concerned about the others,” he responded. Ivy grinned; her eyes squinted. “You’re still the finest, brother!” “Do you feel the need to inform anyone?” “No, I’ve already said my farewells.” Cooper pinched her cheeks. “Let’s go. The driver is waiting outside.” As they stepped outdoors, Ivy nodded and grasped Cooper’s arm. From the crowd’s perspective, they were a lovely pair. Simon came up to them from behind as soon as they left. “Do you mind if I tag along, Mr. Morgan?” Ivy raised her eyes to Cooper, but Cooper’ gaze was frosty. To strangers, he had always been cautious and solemn. “I do mind. Your place is out of the way.” Simon became silent. Ivy greeted him with a smile and a wave. “I’ll catch up with you later, Albert.” Simon was afraid to cross Cooper Morgan and hence lacked the courage to hold to Ivy and grab a ride with them. Get into their car. He could only stand there looking enraged. When the car door shut, Simon rushed forward in a panic and opened Ivy’s side door. “What are you doing?” Ivy was taken aback. Numerous people were conversing at the entrance, and as a result, they observed the movement there as well. Cooper’s rank made it hard for him to maintain a low profile, even if he desired to. Simon knelt on one knee and delicately grasped the hem of Ivy’s dress that was trapped against the outside of the car door. He then placed it into the car and smiled as he raised his eyes to Ivy. “All right, you may leave now. Bye!” As it turned out, Ivy’s dress was trapped outside the car door. Simon walked over to assist her. That gesture was incredibly modest in the view of the crowd. The men standing on the balcony of the second-floor banquet hall witnessed this scenario. Duke laughed and regarded Wyatt, who stood next to him. “This wolf named Simon has an uncanny ability to pursue women, huh? He even flirts in front of Cooper Morgan?”

Duke believed that Cooper Morgan and Ivy might have a complex relationship. Wyatt’s eyes glowed dimly. “How about we go have a drink with the others,” he just said.