Chapter 195
Sage was surrounded by white walls and had an IV drip attached to her arm. How did she end up in the hospital?
All of a sudden, memories of what had happened in the bar flooded back. The beer–bellied man had tried to hit Ian, so she pushed him away and was injured in the process.
“Hey. You’re awake.” Ian’s low voice brought her back to reality.
Sage looked up and noticed Ian sitting by the bed. He looked tired. His brows were knitted and his face looked haggard. He usually took care of his appearance, but now, he looked disheveled.
His suit jacket had been tossed carelessly over the back of the chair, and he was propping his head up with one hand. His sleeves were rolled up, revealing his strong wrists.
‘Are you feeling any pain?” Ian asked, sitting up.
Sage moved her body. Aside from her shoulder and a headache, she was fine. “I’m fine. Where’s Tiana? Has she gone home?” she asked hoarsely.
His eyes darkened as he looked at her. “Why did you do that, Sage? Fortunately, that guy was drunk and didn’t use much force. Otherwise, would have been seriously injured.”
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Sage felt a wave of regret and fear wash over her when he recounted the incident. She was also feeling a little down.
Her tendency to prioritize Ian over everything else was overwhelming. Even though she had another chance at life, she couldn’t fix it..
“Don’t worry, it won’t happen again,” she mumbled.
Ian felt uncomfortable when he noticed her grim expression. He frowned and said awkwardly, “I admit I’ve neglected you, and I haven’t been there for you. But if you want to get a divorce because you think I don’t care about you, then let’s hold off on that for now. We could spend some time together and try to get along. I will try to meet your needs.”
Sage understood that his words had probably been spoken out of guilt for her selfless act. Ian was usually high and mighty, so it was rare for him to show such humility.
In the past, she would’ve readily agreed to his suggestion. But now, she had no interest whatsoever. Although she loved him for eight years, and old habits die hard, she simply didn’t have the energy to love him anymore.
“It’s alright,” she said apathetically. “Let’s just stick to our original plan and go through with the divorce at the agreed time. You don’t have to change anything.”
Ian suppressed his emotions and took another step back. “I could make it up to you by
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celebrating our anniversary again. We can do whatever you want to do.”
Sage seemed to have changed after she woke up from her suicide attempt. The reason she had tried to kill herself was because he didn’t celebrate their fifth anniversary with her.
Hence, lan felt like this was the crux. It was at least one of the reasons that triggered her desire for a divorce. Since he had found the root cause, everything would be fine after he addressed it.
Although lan thought he had come up with the perfect solution, Sage was not impressed. In fact, she even sneered at him. “Ian, our problem isn’t just about an anniversary. You’re not someone who fusses over such things, so don’t try to make up for your guilt with these gestures.”
“Do you really think this is just a way for me to make up for my mistakes, Sage?” he asked. through gritted teeth.
“What else could it be?” she shot back.
His expression hardened. “Why did you risk your life to protect me in that dangerous situation if you don’t have any feelings for me? I want to have a proper conversation with. you, but you’re acting like you want nothing to do with me. Don’t you think your actions are a little contradictory?”
Sage responded, “What happened tonight was an accident. If it had been anyone else I know, like Tiana or even Mr. Zane, I would’ve protected them too.”
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