Ex-husband’s Regret

I couldn't avoid it even when I was out at sea.

The wind picked up, and the ship swayed violently.

I had already been feeling unwell, and after a series of heart-pounding events, I was now throwing up into a trash can and seeing stars. Suddenly, a bottle of water appeared in front of me.

I knew who it was from, but I didn't take it.

Yet the person offering the water didn't give up, he opened the cap and held it to my lips.

I turned my head, and as the ship swayed, water spilled everywhere.

"Charlotte."

That voice was all too familiar.

My stomach churned even more violently, and my hands couldn't stop shaking.

It was Jack.

He was someone I had once trusted completely.

After I finished throwing up, I wiped my mouth with a tissue and said coldly, "Don't call me that."

Jack scoffed, "Why can Frank call you that, but I can't?"

I knew that everything that had happened today was tied to him.

Christine showing up in the banquet hall was likely his doing.

Frank's injuries were also a result of him.

The schemes of the past and everything happening now left me feeling nothing but repulsion and resentment towards him. "How can you even compare to him?"

""He wouldn't use such dirty tactics like you!"

Jack tossed the water bottle aside and wiped his fingers dry with a tissue,NôvelDrama.Org holds this content.

Then he walked closer to me.

He no longer pretended, his face was devoid of the gentle smile he had when he called me Charlotte.

It was as dark and stormy as the weather outside.

"Stay back!"

I grabbed something nearby and threw it at him.

Jack easily dodged and grabbed my chin tightly.

He leaned in and said coldly, "I'm not as good as him?"

In his eyes was a near-maniacal obsession. "Charlotte, my love for you is no less than his. No, I love you more than he does."

I tried to break free from his grip but hesitated to move too much because of the pregnancy.

"Let go!"

But Jack lowered his head.

Just as he was about to touch my lips, I quickly covered his mouth.

The next second, something warm and wet fell into my palm.

I felt nauseous again.

"Ugh-"

Only then did Jack release me, and I clutched the trash can again.

But I had nothing left to throw up, all that came up was bile, and I couldn't manage any more.

My throat burned painfully.

But I couldn't drink the water here, no matter what, and had to endure.

Frank would definitely send someone to find me when he realized I was missing.

My uncle and my mom would also look for me.

They would be searching, so I shouldn't have to stay here long.

Jack watched me intently. "Charlotte."

My mind raced, seeking a way out.

Suddenly, he pressed his hand on my abdomen.

I panicked and tried to step back, but he held me firmly, leaving me unable to move.

"Charlotte, I'm keeping this child because the doctor said your body can't handle an abortion, and the medical conditions on the ship are poor, increasing the surgery's risks. So, Charlotte, don't provoke me."

I trembled uncontrollably, gripping his wrist, my fingers digging into his flesh.

Blood oozed out.

Seeing this, Jack became excited.

Only then did I realize how insane he truly was.

For the sake of the child, I had to comply. "Don't hurt my baby."

Jack withdrew his hand, disdainfully sweeping over my belly. "Once we reach my place, I won't keep this child."

I panicked instantly. "No, you can't do that. This is my child!"

Jack smiled, patted my face, and suddenly asked softly, "Do you want to keep him?"

I sensed he was about to threaten me, but I had no other choice.

"What are your terms?"

Jack's gaze turned affectionate. "As long as you love me, I'll keep him."

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