The Doormat Wife’s Ultimate Glow-Up novel Chapter 57

Sebastian took the wooden box and was surprised by how heavy it felt. The surface was covered with delicate vine patterns, the edges worn smooth and shiny from years of being handled.

“This is something her mother left her,” he said quietly.

Sofia’s face went pale the moment she heard his words. Before she could figure out what to say, Sebastian continued, “Did you know her mother?”

Sofia wobbled, panic flashing in her eyes. “Sebastian, I... I didn’t really know Mrs. Meyer.”

“When my mother and I got to the Meyer house, she and her mom had already left.”

“So, you’re the result of her dad’s affair,” Sebastian said, his voice so cold it made the room feel like winter.

“Because you and your mom showed up, she and her mother had to leave the Meyer family and move out to Bridger Lake.”

“When you wanted to buy the cottage her mother left behind, what were you thinking?”

“S-Sebastian…” Sofia stammered, shrinking back from his icy stare.

“I didn’t know it was something her mom left her. My mom just liked the place because of the location, that’s all. We really didn’t mean for any of this to happen.”

“If this has made things worse between you, I—I can give the house back to her.”

Sebastian ran his fingers over the carvings on the box. “Sofia, the only reason I keep you around is because I need your skills.

“I’ll admit you’re good at what you do, but there are plenty of people with the same abilities. Don’t get any ideas.”

Sofia’s face lost what little color it had left. “Sebastian, I swear I’m not—”

“Set up a time with Dylon and get the deed transferred,” Sebastian cut her off, his eyes like a frozen lake. “I’ll help you find a new place.”

Sofia’s lips trembled. She wanted to say something, but the look in his eyes shut her up. She nodded, digging her nails into her palm. “Alright. I’ll do it tomorrow.”

Her hand paused on the cold doorknob. She turned back to look at Sebastian.

“I’m really sorry for causing so much trouble,” she said softly.

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