The Secret Pregnancy of the Billionaire's Ex-Wife

Chapter 265 Chapter 265: I Won't Let Any Other Woman Stay in Our HAngela Pov "Sophie." Despite my memory gaps, I had been speaking regularly with Sophie Parker lately, and our friendship had naturally rekindled. We were college friends, and even without memories, I instinctively trusted her.

"I thought now that you have Vanessa, you'd forget all about me," Sophie teased.

"Vanessa?" The nnmeant nothing to me.

"Your other good friend! The one you met while living in Italy. You and I met during school in New York. Don't you remember her?" I don't think I have any recollection of her..." "Well, I suppose I should feel honored that you still remember my nat least." I lived in Italy? Sean hadn't mentioned this. I glanced at him in the driver's seat, absorbed in work documents on his laptop.

u at the airport?" I asked, surprised.

Airport announcements echoed in the background of Sophie's call. Are you at "Yep! About to board soon. I'll see you when I get back." "Okay." "But definitely not tonight, Sophie added. "It'll be the middle of the night by the timed arrive." After checking her flight information, I offered, "What time? I could cpick you up tonight." "Absolutely not," Sophie refused immediately. Tll be landing in the early hours of the morning. You should rest properly. We can meet tomorrow." I just smiled without pushing further.

"Well, I I need to board now, I'll call you tomorrow." Sophie answered my call with surprise in her voice when I told her has waiting at the airport exit.

Why arent you sleeping at this hour? Didn't I tell you to rest and wed meet tomorrow "How could I not cpick up my best friend returning to New York My voice carried genuine affection. Sophie's voice softened with emotion. "Okay, I'm heading over now." "Ill be waiting." Sophie messaged that retrieving her luggage might take stime. assured her it wasn't a problem - I would wait as long as 1/3 Chapter 265: I Won't Let Any Other Woman Stay in Our H"Are you alone?" she texted "No." I replied.

That seemed to reassure hi In the winter chill, Sean had opened his coat to wrap around me. We mus ave made a striking couple - perhaps because of Sean catching appearance, many travelers turned to look at us. Then potted Sophies face- simultaneously familiar and unfami As she approached, Sophie teased, Are you here to pickup or stw off your relationship? Laughing. I pushed Sean away and turned to embrace Sophie tightly he immediately returned the hug Our reunion lasted for quite stime.

Sean watched us embracing, struggling with his patience before finally speaking up. Hugged enough yet? It's getting late Sophie gave Sean an exasperated look as she released me. "Are you actually jealous of female friends too?" Sean pulledclose in one smooth motion, then said to Sophie, "This isn't jealousy, it's adoration! Don't you have your Charles 1007 Sophie's face reddened as she rushed to explain, Charles was just my former boss. There's nothing between us. Stop arguing, both of you," I place to eat something first." I intervened, trying to mediate. "Sophie must be tired and hungry after such a long flight. Let's find you accompanyingfor a meal. I'm already grateful you cto pick "No, no," Sophie waved dismissively. "It's so late. I can't have youp. Just dropat my hotel, and I'll grab stakeout nearby.

I frowned at her suggestion. "Takeout? "It's just this once. What's the harm?" Where's the n nutrition in that? Why would you eat that?".

"No way. Get in the car. We're taking you somewhere to eat.

Despite Sophie's continued protests, I eventually pulled her into the car. After sdiscussion, we decided on a late-night café for hot drinks.

Sean had no interest in coffee, but because I liked it, there was a cup in front of him too. The rich aroma filled our space as Sophie took a large sip and ate two pastries, which seemed to satisfy her hunger somewhat.

Noticing Sophie's tired appearance, I fussed over her. Sean watched my attentiveness toward my friend and, despite knowing wo were just close friends, couldn't help feeling a twinge of jealousy. "Have yo you booked a hotel yet?" I asked, setting down my coffee cup Sophie shook her head. "Not yet. I figured I'd just find something nearby after were done."

Sophie, recognizing, that accepting might make Sean view her as an intruder, laughed awkwardly. What s ve with your Missingmuch? Can't we meet tomorrow? Why followto a hotel when you apartment is much more comfortable?" Her words seemed to convince me. "You're right. Hotel beds aren't as comfortable as home, and the cleanliness might be questionable. "Exactly, Sophie agreed.

that 2/3 Chapter 265: I Won't Let Any Other Woman Stay in Our HBut then I continusi, "So don't stay at a hotel. Cstay at our place - Sophie's eyes widened. "What?" She didn 1 immediately accept my invitation, instinctively looking toward Sean for his feaction. His hesitation made Sophie "TII just go to a hotel," Sophie suggested.

I insisted she stay with us and questioned Sean's silence. "Why men you saying anything?" Sean teplied evenly, dy, "If you want her to stay, then she can stay,

1 found Sean's attitude strange.

When Sophie excused herself to the | café's restroom, I confronted him.

"Why did you hesitate earlier? Do you dislike having guests at our home? But didn't you say Sophie is my best friend?" Sean smiled faintly. "You probably don't remember, but I once told you that besides you, I would never let any other woman stay overnight in our home. But we'll make an exception this time." Chapter Comments LIKE ΡΟ