Semua Bab Mr. Sterling, Your Ex-wife is a Famous CEO : Bab 181 - Bab 190

THE NEXT DAY Arabella sat by Axel’s bedside, arranging his blanket over him. It was only when she called Renata to bring some clothes over for them yesterday did she remember that she had given Renata a month break when they left for Denver. And for a whole hour after the call, she sat down, wondering how Axel had been coping since their return from New York with no one taking care of him.She pressed her face to his palm, crying and mumbling, “I’m so sorry, I’ve really failed you.” Her mind went back to her mother's last words “I missed spending the best years of my life with you. Don't make the same mistake with Axel.”But she had done the opposite. Ever since she returned to New York, she had channeled her energy into revenge despite claiming she had come back for her son.A hand gently patted her back. She looked up. Richard. She had been stuck in her thoughts she didn't know when he walked in. “Dad,” Richard patted her head gently, “What is it, child?” “I’m such a terri

A day and a half passed. Isabella was finally starting to accept her reality. Arabella was still struggling to juggle between properly caring for Axel and visiting Adrian and Catherine in the hospital. Gavin was handling the majority of the company work, but it wasn't easy. “Ms. Greene, you need to come to the company at least, to complete the formalities.” Gavin explained as he sat on the stool by the kitchen island across from Arabella. Arabella was making lunch for when Axel returned. “What formalities? Everything is going smoothly and fortunately Adrian's condition is not even making them panic, so it's supposed to be a good thing.” Arabella insisted.She held out a spoonful of soup to Gavin, “Come on, test this.” Gavin blew on it then took it. “Umm, perfect.” he said, blowing his mouth with his hand. “The executives aren't panicking because you are now the largest shareholder and also the CEO of Sterling Law Group. Adrian is more or less a lawyer in the company.” Arabel

Adrian recovered quickly and a week later, he was being discharged. Gavin went for the papers. Axel was in school. Arabella was packing up Adrian's things while he went to change in the bathroom. “You asked of everyone else but your mom.” Arabella spoke as Adrian stepped out of the room. Adrian dropped his gaze. “I was worried talking about her would hurt.” “Oh, don't use me as an excuse. I even talked about Claudia.” Arabella shut him up quickly. Adrian folded the hospital gown in his hand and dropped it on the bed. “I even told you about the kidnap, and how she saved our baby hoping you’d ask about her. But you didn't.” “I asked Gavin.” He replied honestly, “I heard she’s crippled now.” A hollow laugh escaped his mouth, “Don't you think this is like a wish come through?” “She’s always wanted this. So desperately she pretended for 10 whole years.” He patted Arabella's shoulder, “Are you sure the doctor wasn't paid off? For all we know, she could be pretending again

“You know,” Dr. Stanley, standing by the window in his office, his back turned to the couple sitting on the other side of his desk, “If it's up to me, I will have CPS take him.” “No, please.” Arabella cried at the word. Adrian dropped his head in shame. He’d also been a terrible father to him. Dr. Stanley turned to face them, “But what can I say? If you all are ready for family therapy with your child, then I have to give you a chance.” “Thank you so much, Dr. Stanley,” Arabella grabbed his hand like her life depended on it, “You're the best. The absolute best.” Dr. Stanley nodded, struggling to pull his hand from her grip until Adrian helped.“Thank you so much sir.” Adrian shook him firmly. After the meeting, Arabella and Adrian walked out of the clinic to their car, with Axel in between them. “Mom, can we go to an amusement park today?” Arabella grabbed Adrian’s hand, twisting it back to check the time on his wrist watch. It was past 5pm.“Axie, it's already too late to go

By the time the salon staff were done with her, Arabella barely recognized the woman staring back from the mirror.Her hair, usually tied up or left alone, fell in soft curls over her shoulders.The makeup was elegant and understated. It brought attention to her warm brown eyes, sharpened the bridge of her nose, and gave her lips a soft rosy tint.The dress was even better.The emerald-green gown fit perfectly, hugging her waist before flowing smoothly to the floor.The front was a simple v-neck, but the back dipped low, exposing the graceful line of her spine almost to her waist.Diamond drop earrings brushed against her neck.A delicate tennis bracelet glittered around her wrist.Around her throat rested a thin diamond necklace with a single pear-shaped stone that caught the light whenever she moved.For several seconds, Arabella simply stared at herself in the full length mirror.For once, she wasn't a CEO juggling two companies. Or a vengeful ex-wife seeking vengeance. Or even a m