The Ugly Wife’s Stunning Comeback novel Chapter 298

Max glanced at the file in his hands. “I don’t have time today. Wait for my call, I’ll set something up.”

Felicia tightened her grip, trying to keep her emotions in check. Without another word, she turned and walked out, her steps fast and determined.

She skipped the cafeteria. Instead, she rode the elevator down and left the building. She called Tommy on her way out, gave him a quick update, then hung up.

As she passed through the security gate, she spotted Darin heading toward her. Felicia shot him a look, then kept walking straight for the exit.

Darin watched her, and as she was just about to pass him, he called out, “Evelynn.”

Felicia stopped, turning back to face him. Her voice was sharp and distant. “Mr. Foxhall, what do you want?”

Darin hesitated, thrown off by her frosty expression. He didn’t even know why he’d called her name, and now that he had, the words caught in his throat.

Felicia just frowned at him, ready to leave, when he finally spoke. “About what happened with my mother last time…I wanted to apologize for her.”

Felicia’s lips curled in a mocking smile. “Mr. Foxhall, you’re not just a good brother, but a good son, too. Honestly, if you hadn’t brought it up, I’d have forgotten all about it. But you don’t owe me an apology. If I ever get the chance, I’ll return that slap myself.”

And with that, she turned and walked away, not looking back.

Darin stood there, watching as she disappeared through the doors. Only after her silhouette was gone did he finally move, heading toward the elevators.

The receptionist hurried over and swiped her card so he could go up.

When Darin reached Max’s office, he found him still working. “Where’s Andrea?” he asked.

Max glanced up with a small smile. “Why, are you worried she’s having a tough time here?”

Darin dropped onto the sofa, laughing. “Honestly, I hope she does. Maybe she’ll finally learn something.”

Max’s eyes darkened for a moment, but his voice stayed calm. “I remember. Are you looking for them now?”

Darin stared straight ahead. “If I look for them now, I’ll just bring them trouble. I just… wondered how they’re doing.”

His life was anything but simple, with too many eyes on him.

So many years had gone by. His dad probably had a new family. His sister was probably married. To them, he was just a stranger now.

Thinking about it, a trace of sadness flickered in Darin’s eyes.

Max shot him a thoughtful look. “I’ll have someone check things out for you. I’ll call when I hear anything.”

Darin nodded in thanks.