Waking Up from Anesthesia, I Signed the Divorce Papers novel Chapter 16

Now, my company had completed several major projects. 

Even in Verona City, Michael couldn't ignore its presence. 

As for custody, my daughter chose me. 

I hadn't expected it. 

After all, the Johnsons were wealthy. 

And I was just… comfortable. 

Michael picked her up from school every week, bringing her back to the Johnson estate. 

One evening, a month later, I was working late when he called me. 

I drove over to pick up my daughter. 

When I arrived at the Johnson mansion, Michael was waiting outside. 

"She fell asleep. Can she stay here tonight?" 

I sighed. 

He could've just called. I wouldn't have wasted my time driving here. 

I turned to leave, but Michael grabbed my wrist. 

"Babe… can't you give me one more chance?" 

"I've been thinking a lot these past few months." 

"I keep remembering all the good times we had."

"The way you took care of me." 

"You're not like those other women." 

"I didn't love Hailey—I just…" He hesitated, then sighed.

"She reminded me of you when you were younger." 

"This time, Jake really sent her away."

"I don't know where she went, and I don't care." 

"But you… You left, and I realized—I can't live without you." 

Michael looked different now. 

More composed. 

Even had some gray in his hair. 

It was almost convincing. 

Almost. 

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