Dear Ex-wife, Marry Me novel Chapter 1956

She had never seen Fitch so vulnerable before.

Fitch was always the epitome of pride and cold detachment, especially towards women, never showing a hint of mercy.

But here he was, collapsed beside her, silently breaking apart.

Zoey tried to pull her hand away, but his grip was unyielding.

"I’m sorry."

"I’m sorry, Zoey."

"Honey, I’m sorry."

He kept apologizing, holding onto her hand as if letting go was not an option.

Zoey was just too exhausted. She had lost track of how many times he had said sorry or how long he had been crying.

Her eyes stung, maybe from the harsh lighting, so she closed them again, quickly drifting off to sleep.

When she awoke, Fitch was still by her side, but now asleep.

The doctor was there, changing her bandages, and when he saw her attempt to free her hand, he quickly intervened.

"Mr. Haskins hasn’t rested for four days. Let him sleep a bit longer."

Blinking in surprise, Zoey listened as the doctor continued.

"Four days and nights, without a wink of sleep. He'd collapse if he pushed any further. Let him sleep; he's genuinely worried about you."

Not sure what to respond, Zoey, too tired herself and nursing a headache, just nodded.

The doctor, having finished with the bandages and checked her condition, assured her she was going to be fine before leaving with his tray.

Now, it was just Zoey and Fitch.

Fitch was truly exhausted, still deep in slumber.

Zoey gazed out the window, where the sunset painted the sky, its warm glow filling the room.

She closed her eyes once more, losing track of time until she heard Fitch’s voice.

"Mommy’s still resting, don’t wake her."

"Is mommy okay now?"

"Not yet, we need to stay in the hospital for a couple more weeks."