Chapter 24

Scarlett's eyes landed back on Leroy, a hint of accusation in her gaze. "Leroy, I thought I made myself clear," she said, her tone sharp. "Or is there something you're still not satisfied with?" She felt a wave of frustration. They were divorced. So why did seeing Leroy always leave her so unsettled? Leroy stared at her, disbelief etched across his face. The words he'd planned to defend himself with vanished completely. Looking at Scarlett now, all he could do was laugh bitterly. The worry he'd felt moments ago evaporated with her cutting words. "Scarlett, don't think being the CEO of the Payne Group gives you the right to act however you want," he said coldly. "Yes, we're divorced, but you're the one showing up at this hospital again and again." He let out a mirthless laugh. "Do you think I want to run into you?" His voice carried no warmth, and his expression was icy. Scarlett froze, clearly not expecting such a response. "You've got to be kidding me, Leroy," she