My Ex-husband Begs Me Back
Chapter 1095: Sad

Chapter 1095: Sad

Camille said, "No, there's no need to be so nervous and sensitive. Ihaven't said anything, and I haven't thought about anything. If mywords made you uncomfortable, I apologize. However, I need to saywhat needs to be said because I don't want to be used as a pawn, andI won't take the blame for anyone.”

She glanced at Preston and then at Brody. "Since everyone is here, I'llsay it again. Your cooperation has nothing to do with me. Whatever youdo between yourselves has no relation to me. I don't care about yourcooperation, and if any unforeseen events occur in the future, it hasnothing to do with me."

After Camille spoke, both Preston and Brody remained silent.

Brody completely ignored Camille. As for Preston, he stared at Camillewithout saying a word for quite some time before saying, "Cami, whatdo you think I would do to the Armstrong family? Everything I do is foryour benefit. I won't do anything you don't like. So, what are youworried about?"

Camille squinted at Preston, seeing that he refused to give a directanswer. Her mind started forming various speculations andprecautions.

Having been exposed to Ayan's world for a long time, she had gainedclear insights into many things. She was confident in her ability tounderstand people. Camille was convinced that there might be issuesin the cooperation between Preston and Brody.

However, she couldn't pinpoint the root cause because Brody wouldn'tsay, and Preston certainly wouldn't either. Especially after Preston'srecent remarks, Camille felt uncomfortable and had a suspicion. WasPreston deliberately cooperating with the Armstrong family because ofher?

When they were close friends, Preston had a clear understanding ofhow the Armstrong family treated Camille. He had even expressed hisdesire to confront them for Camille's sake. Still, Camille refused everytime, not wanting to cause unnecessary trouble. However, Preston'srecent words fueled Camille's suspicion. If her guess was correct, shewould feel that Preston had no good intentions. Even if it was for her,she believed Preston's actions would make the Armstrong family regrettheir decision.

Camille pursed her lips, her expression stiffening. She squinted atPreston, her tone cool and detached. "We're only friends, so I don'tneed you to do anything for me. If you're cooperating with theArmstrong family because you think they've treated me poorly and youwant to teach them a lesson, I think it's unnecessary. I don't care aboutthose who treat me poorly. Ignoring them is the best approach.”Preston let out a bitter laugh. He asked, "So, I'm just a friend whodoesn't matter to you, right? After all, you said I'm just an ordinaryfriend. Cami, why treat me with such excess and indifference? If I reallywanted to hurt you, shouldn't I have done it a long time ago? But Ihaven't because I consider you my best friend. Can't we have a bit oftrust between us, even if it's just a little?"

Preston stared at Camille, his eyes holding a questioning look.Unusually, Camille thought she detected a hint of hurt in his gaze,something she had never seen before, especially considering she hadexpressed similar sentiments many times before.

Camille's heart skipped a beat, and her speculative thoughts grew. Heremotions, however, were calmer than before. She looked at Prestonwith a calm gaze, a small voice in her mind reminding her, "Somethings shouldn't be said too harshly, leaving basic dignity and respectfor both retaliation and oneself."

With this thought, her tone softened compared to before as she spokeagain. "Preston, I didn't mean that. I just think we all need to live forourselves, not do things we don't want to do for anyone.”

"How do you know it's something you don't want to do? Isn't there sucha thing as volunteering?"

“I didn't think of it that way. I just believe that, regardless of whether it'svoluntary or forced, we should think twice before acting. If my wordsearlier made you uncomfortable, I apologize. I was too excited. Sorry,Preston!"

Camille apologized sincerely, maintaining eye contact with Preston,showing no hint of evasion. Her genuine honesty left Prestonmomentarily at a loss for words.

His expression became somewhat rigid, and his eyes held a certainseriousness. He said, "Cami, I didn't want you to apologize. I just hopeyou can genuinely understand and support me."

“I know you didn't want me to apologize. I apologized voluntarilybecause, upon reflection, I realized some of my words were indeedproblematic. I'm sorry if they made you uncomfortable.” Camille didn'twant to continue this topic. Facing Preston, she felt mentally drained.She pursed her lips and, before Preston could respond, spoke again.“I've said what I needed to say. You came here for something, right? Iwon't disturb you any longer. We'll take our leave.”

With that, Camille reached for Sienna and headed for the exit. Prestontried to stop her, extending his hand, but Camille took a step back,creating distance. She said, “Is there anything else?"

"Are you upset?" Preston asked.

Camille flashed a faint smile and replied, "Why would I be? I'm notangry at all. Don't overthink it. I have no anger because I spoke mymind. If I don't want to say something, even if someone forces me, Iwon't speak. After all these years of knowing each other, you shouldunderstand that!"

After finishing her words, a smile lingered on Camille's lips. Now, it wasPreston who was left speechless.

Seeing Preston's reaction, Camille bid farewell once again. Then, withSienna, she left the living room and headed outside.

Camille and Sienna quickly exited the villa. The driver was waiting bythe car, and as soon as they emerged, he approached to open the cardoors for them.

After everyone got into the car, the driver spoke, "Mrs. Simpson, I sawPreston go in, so I planned to follow in a few minutes. However, theservants at the entrance refused to open the door. I contacted thebodyguards who are here to protect you, and they are nearby, ready togo in at any time."

"No need. There's nothing to worry about. Just take us back to thecompany!" Camille said calmly.

The car started moving. Camille took a silent deep breath, leaning herhead gently against Sienna's shoulder. She whispered, "I just did that toavoid making things too tense with Preston. He can be quite impulsive,and I was worried he might do something extreme."

“I understand. I figured that out when you changed your tone. He's a bitcunning. Even though he's nice to you, I still can't bring myself to likehim. I feel like there's too much depth and calculation in his heart,making it impossible to control him or understand him."

"Yeah, even after all these years, I still don't really know him."

Camille forced a bitter smile, but she was used to it by now. So,Preston's actions didn't affect her emotionally.

After Camille and Sienna left the Armstrong's villa, Preston's facerevealed an unusually cold expression. He walked toward Brody andtook a seat on the single sofa across from him. This move made Brodyfurrow his brow slightly because Preston did it without Brody initiatingthe conversation.

This made Brody feel like he wasn't being taken seriously. However,Preston didn't show any concern. He just squinted at Brody and said,"Cami doesn't want us to cooperate, right?"