Ex-husband wants me back novel

Chapter 551 The call ended. Selena turned back toward the dining area. No one inside seemed to care that she had left. A moment ago, that indifference had infuriated her. But now after that phone call-her confidence had returned. She walked back toward her seat. Her gaze landed on Eli, who was chatting comfortably with Althea and Lydia. That girl is really taking advantage of the situation, Selena thought bitterly. And she's forgetting who brought her here. "Eli." The call made the girl turn immediately. Just moments ago, Eli had been smiling-her expression bright and relaxed.

But the moment she faced her mother, the tension returned. It was as if Selena's presence alone pressed heavily on her. "Yes, Mom?" she replied softly. "Finish your breakfast and go back to your room," Selena said. "I need to talk to you." Eli swallowed nervously, then nodded. Without another word, Selena turned and walked out of the dining room. No one asked where she was going. No one questioned what had happened. In fact, most of them seemed relieved she wasn't staying. The atmosphere always darkened whenever Selena was around. The dining room door closed quietly behind her.

Eli remained seated, staring down at the table. Her shoulders trembled slightly-but there was nothing she could do except obey her mother. Noticing the anxiety Eli was trying to hide, Althea gently placed her hand on the girl's shoulder again. "Enjoy your breakfast, Eli," she said softly. "I'm enjoying what you made for me, too." Eli blinked in surprise. She turned quickly and found Josh's mother smiling at her-warm, reassuring, sincere. "You know, your pancakes are really delicious," Althea added gently. "Thank you." Eli's face lit up at once.

"I'm glad you like them." For the next few minutes, the atmosphere settled back into calm. Light conversation flowed around the table- compliments about the dishes, small remarks about what everyone was eating, even a few casual requests for dinner later that evening. Then footsteps echoed from the corridor. Daven appeared at the entrance to the dining room, already dressed for work. His dark suit fit perfectly, his tie neatly in place, and his expression carried the composed calm of a man ready to take control of his routine again. Behind him, Josh followed at an easy pace.

1:3 "Good morning," Daven greeted warmly. "Morning," Riana replied, her eyes sweeping over both father and son from head to toe. "Is it just my imagination, or has Josh gotten taller?" Daven broke into a wide smile. "I don't think you're imagining it, Mom. He's almost as tall as I am now." Laughter rippled around the table. Josh chuckled too at his grandmother's comment before stepping over to greet her properly and taking his seat. "Oh, where's Granddad?" he asked. "He's still taking care of something with your uncle," Riana answered, gently patting the top of his head.

But her attention soon shifted back to Daven as he moved closer to Grace. In Riana's eyes, Daven's love for Grace had never been in doubt. From the day the girl was born, he had always been there for her. And that was exactly why she would never tolerate anyone trying to destroy the happiness in this house. Although she wanted the issue with Eli and Selena resolved soon, she trusted that Daven and her two sons would find the best solution. "You're going back to the office today, Daven?" she asked. Daven nodded. "Yes, Mrs-sorry, Mom. There's a lot that needs to be handled.

Arsen said there will be an emergency board meeting about Bret's arrest." Riana inclined her head thoughtfully. "You're right. Callister Group needs to be stabilized immediately. And make sure everything is investigated thoroughly. Leave nothing behind. There's no need to show mercy to people who betrayed us." Daven gave a quiet nod in agreement. Meanwhile, Grace, who had been momentarily overlooked while her father spoke with her grandmother, tugged gently at his sleeve. "Dad, when can I go back to school?" she asked. "I miss Miss Spencer.

I want to show her all the things I've made." Daven's expression softened. He crouched down so he was at her eye level, gently brushing aside a strand of hair that had fallen across her face. "You and Josh can go back next week. "Really?" Josh asked, relief clear in his voice. "Yes. I've already spoken with the school." Josh immediately pumped his fist into the air. "Yes! Finally! I can practice with the full team again. I can't wait for next week!" "Me too!" Grace copied her brother's excitement. "I'm excited too! Yes!

Yes!" The dining room filled with warmth again-the kind of easy, genuine warmth that only a family could create. Althea, seated beside the table, watched them with quiet concern. When Daven approached her, he immediately took her hand, rubbing it gently with his thumb. "There's nothing to worry about," he said softly. "Their security has already been arranged." Then he lifted the back of her hand and pressed several light kisses against it before asking how she was feeling that morning. A flicker of regret crossed his mind.

Earlier, Arsen had asked him for a discussion that had delayed him from coming to the dining room. And apparently, he wasn't the only one with a busy morning. Not long after, Nathan entered. He paused for a moment when he saw everyone already gathered. "It seems livelier than usual this morning," he remarked before taking his seat. Meanwhile, Eli, who had been quiet the whole time, had been watching everything-the warmth, ease, the quiet happiness of being part of a family like this. Slowly, she stood and picked up the bag she had placed beside her chair. "I think...

I should get ready now," she said softly. She had barely taken a step away when Daven spoke. "Wait a moment, Eli." She turned back. "Yes, Mr. Daven?" Comments ப Support Share admin