The Ex-Wife’s Billion Dollar Comeback Novel

Chapter 47 - Calum - It was already eleven when Calum returned to the hospital . The hallway lights had dimmed to their night setting . casting a soft glow over the pediatric wing . As he stepped into the room , he noticed someone standing by the bed . A resident doctor . Young , maybe late twenties , with a stethoscope slung carelessly around his neck . He wasn't doing rounds . He was staring … at Soraya ? Calum followed the man's gaze and felt his jaw tighten .

Soraya was curled beside Sage with one arm around the child . The doctor's eyes didn't flinch . It wasn't a glance of medical concern . He was mesmerized - captivated in a way that made Calum's stomach twist with something he didn't want to name . " Doctor , " he spoke , and the man stiffened . " Oh , sorry ," the doctor muttered , his face reddening with guilt . " I - I didn't mean to . Are you Sage's father ? " " Yes . Calum Montclair , " Calum introduced himself .

"I'm the night - shift resident pediatric doctor ," the man said . " I came to check on Sage , and admittedly got taken aback by your wife . She's - she's so beautiful . " " I'm sorry . You must get that a lot , having such a beautiful wife ," the doctor added . " Again , I didn't mean to stare like that . I was stunned ." Had he ? Had he been getting such compliments about Soraya in the past ? He wasn't sure , probably because he was never seen with her after they got married .

But lately , he had noted what others thought of Soraya . " Anyway ," the doctor continued , " Sage's attending physician has already discontinued her steroid IV medication . She's been doing well today ." Just then , Soraya stirred awake . When she saw the doctor , she sat up . " How is she , Doctor ? " The doctor relayed the updates , though he looked uncomfortable speaking to her . " Thank you , Doctor , " Soraya said , offering a faint smile .

After he left , Calum asked , " Where is Belinda ? " " I asked her to go home so she could make a home - cooked meal for Sage tomorrow . She'll be back by five am , " Soraya replied . Then , she frowned , " What are you doing here ?" Chapter 47 " I - I figured I'd stay here with Sage , " he replied . She paused , then nodded . " Good . Sage looks up to you . Being here will help her recover faster . " Soraya got off the bed and pulled a paper from her bag , handing it to Calum .

" A few reminders . " Calum sat on the sofa and read : Have the air conditioning cleaned at least every three months . Make sure Sage avoids dust , smoke , and animal fur . Remind Belinda to vacuum Sage's bed at least twice a week , including the pillows for dust mites . I There were a few more reminders , especially concerning Sage's school . Calum frowned . " Aren't you going to take care of some of these ? " Soraya shook her head .

" She's staying with you , so you have more control over her life . " She said nothing more . She picked up her laptop bag and headed to the nearby dining table . " You can stay in the watcher's bed . I have work to do . " " At this hour ? " Calum asked . Soraya didn't look at him . " I have … a lot of things to do ." " NeuroSentinel ? " Calum inquired . " No. Something else , " she replied plainly . Calum was about to walk over to Sage , but then recalled something .

" Did you talk to Sage about the divorce ? " " Not yet . I was planning to … on my next visit . If she's still in the hospital , " Soraya . " She was already asleep when I decided ." " Let me be the one to explain it to her , " Calum offered . Finally , Soraya turned to him . Her brown eyes showed no emotion . " I'd appreciate it if you did . By the way , have the divorce papers been filed ? My lawyer called me over the weekend . He said he couldn't reach your lawyers ." " Yes .

My lawyers did . They'll notify you when the divorce is final , " he answered . " Good ," she said . " With your connections at be processed quickly . " y Hall , I'm sure it " Hmmm , " he muttered , his brows furrowed . Soraya was clearly in a hurry to finalize the divorce . Calum sat by Sage's side and considered closing his eyes . But he could hear Soraya's fingers tapping on the keyboard . 2/4 13:04 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 47 4.85% He was curious what kept her up that night .

He tried to peek from where he sat , but the hospital curtain blocked his view , and Soraya's back , " Aside from NeuroSentinel ? What else could Soraya be busy with ? " he wondered . Calum never found out that night . When he woke up the next morning , Soraya was already gone . Soraya did not even … say goodbye to him . -Soraya- Two days flew by quickly , but in that short amount of time , many things happened . Sage got discharged from the hospital .

Soraya made progress with NeuroSentinel . And she got a call from Edward Wright , saying he was having second thoughts about partnering with Calum . Unfortunately , Eddie sensed the tension between her and Rose . It was an added burden to Soraya because after Eddie's call , Calum called her ten times . And she knew why . She ignored Calum . Her life was too busy to attend to his worries .

Right now , Soraya was eager to meet someone , not necessarily new , but someone who could potentially be her business partner . And her friend , Silas ? He was there to support her . " Sorry , I'm late ! " Lyra announced as she arrived . Soraya , Silas , and Lyra met at The Summit Lounge . Soraya had her laptop ready , eager to present an opportunity . " Where is he ? " Soraya asked Lyra . Lyra grinned and checked her phone .

" He said he should be here in five minutes ." " I look forward to meeting this man . I hope he's not as good - looking as l'am , " Silas teased , and the two ladies chuckled . Five minutes passed , and their guest finally arrived . He looked tense , and at the same time , excited . " There he is ! " Lyra waved him over . " Over here ! " The man was tall , with caramel hair and green eyes .

His amiable smile made him look younger than his When he reached their table , Silas extended a hand first . " Silas Ward , CEO of Aegis Core Systems . " age . " Wow ! " the man said , shaking Silas ' hand . " Luca Valmont - a washed - up designer hoping for one last shot at the runway . " Silas smiled . " Well , you're in luck .

My friend here still thinks you're a star - and she's ready to help you shine again , 3/4 15 , 17 AVY Chapter 47 right where you left off ." " I'm elated , " Luca said , visibly teary - eyed . " When I got the call from Lyra , I thought , this is it ! I swear I won't fail you . " " Well , sit down . Let me show you what I have planned for you , " Soraya said . " As Lyra mentioned , we'll take it one step at a time . Opening a shop is too costly and high - risk .

We want to start with something simple , yet convenient for customers- " " And up to date , " Lyra added . " I'm listening . And pumped , " Luca said eagerly . Soraya turned her laptop toward Luca . " We'll start with your very own Al - powered virtual try - on website ." After seeing how the website worked , Luca's eyes sparkled . His mouth hung open the entire time . He exclaimed , " Oh my fucking God ! It's amazing ! You're a genius ! " " So ?" Soraya beamed . " What do you say ? Partners ?

" Luca extended his hand to Soraya . " Partners ! "