Win My Forsaken Ex-wife Back Novel

Chapter 253 Bad News Charlotte tightened her grip on the steering wheel , her breath slow and shallow as nerves gripped her .

The phone kept ringing , and each passing second made her more anxious .

Just as she was about to give up , the call finally connected .

Hello ? a man answered , his voice clear and smooth , not the elderly , frail tone she had been expecting .

Charlotte froze , her heart skipping a beat .

Who is this ? 1/4 Is this Charlotte ? The voice was warm , tinged with a touch of amusement .

Its Pete Helberg .

Do you remember me ? There was something about that voice that felt familiar .

And as soon as he said his name , she remembered .

Its you ! Pete chuckled softly .

Yeah , its me .

Its been ages .

Didnt think youd still remember me .

Charlotte felt a wave of unease .

How do you have my grandmas phone ? Wheres she ? Petes tone turned serious .

Charlotte , how long has it been since youve seen Ava ? Chapfer 253 Bad News 2/4 Her stomach dropped .

What do you mean ? Whats happened ? Pete only let out a soft sigh .

Just tell me ! What happened to her ? Charlottes grip on the steering wheel tightened , and she tried to calm herself , forcing back the rising panic .

She went up into the mountains to pick flowers for powder , but she slipped and fell .

Shes in the hospital now .

Charlottes eyes blurred with tears .

I … Im on my way .

Ill be there right now .

Guilt washed over her in waves .

She hadnt visited Ava in ages , too afraid of being scolded for not going .

She quickly set the phone on speaker and placed it on the passenger seat as she started the car .

Petes voice came through again , steady and reassuring .

Okay .

This is your number , right ? Ill send you the location .

Ill be there soon .

She tried to steady her voice , but the tightness in her chest made it hard to focus .

She was already on her way to the airport .

Ava lived in a small town in a neighboring city .

The quickest way to get there was by plane .

Chapfer 253 Bad News 3/4 Charlotte bought the first available flight , feeling her heart race with anxiety .

Dont worry too much .

Pete reassured her .

Avas in good spirits .

Even in a wheelchair , she still makes the rounds , chatting with everyone .

You wouldnt know it , but shes probably been more active than some of the nurses ! He said this with a light tone , hoping to calm Charlottes nerves .

Charlotte let out a small , forced laugh .

Yeah , Grandmas always been strong .

She doesnt let anything slow her down .

Since Charlottes grandfather passed away , Ava had been living alone .

Camille never bothered to visit , and Avas youngest daughter was always overseas , returning only once in a while .

Charlotte had spent the most time with Ava yet still somehow let her down the most .

Petes voice softened , his words almost casual .

So , I guess lifes been pretty good for you , huh ? Married the man you wanted , had a kid … everythings perfect , right ? Charlottes throat tightened .

The bitterness in her chest seemed to creep up .

She gripped the wheel harder , trying to keep her composure .

Ill be at the airport soon .

Lets talk when I get there .

Alright .

Thank you for looking out for my grandma , she said , her voice Chapter 253 Bad News sincere .

Pete replied , his tone gentle .

No need to thank me .

Ava is always been kind to me .

Im just returning the favor .

4/4 After Charlotte hung up , her nerves were on edge .

She still had to wait at the airport , and just as she was about to board the plane , her phone buzzed again .

It was Arthur .

She glanced at the screen and instantly rejected the call .

The Hardwick family had just released a statement about finding their biological daughter , and the news spread fast .

As soon as Grace heard , she immediately informed Arthur .

Without hesitation , he called Charlotte .

But , just like that , she hung up on him .

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