Chapter 9 Three years passed in the blink of an eye . My company had become an industry leader , and my image as a single CEO mother made me the target of countless eligible bachelors ' attention . But my heart remained focused solely on my career and my son , Noah . I hadn't considered romantic entanglements since the divorce . Noah was four now - bright , energetic , with a smile that mirrored mine . After the divorce , I dedicated most of my free time to him , personally dropping him off and picking him up from preschool every day . I'd carved out a special corner in my office filled with his toys and artwork , making it easy for him to visit anytime . " Mommy , when is Daddy coming to see me ? " Noah suddenly looked up and asked , his eyes full of anticipation . I glanced at my phone calendar : " The day after tomorrow is your birthday . Daddy will probably bring you a present . " According to our divorce agreement , Ryker could visit Noah twice a month , never exceeding three hours per visit . In three years , he hadn't missed a single appointment . No matter how busy he was , he would appear punctually at the designated location . He always brought thoughtfully chosen gifts , trying desperately to make up for his failings . Despite my lingering resentment toward Ryker , I never prevented Noah from seeing him . For my son's healthy development , I maintained this connection . Over these three years , Hampton Industries had gradually recovered under Ryker's dedicated leadership . 15:11 My CEO Husband Gave My Office to His Intern ? Divorce It Is ! 88.94 Chapter 9 Though smaller than before , the company was stable again . Occasionally , we would encounter each other at business events - exchanging polite nods , nothing more . On Noah's fourth birthday , I hosted a small party at home , inviting his friends and our nanny . That afternoon , the doorbell rang . I opened it to find Ryker standing there , holding an enormous wrapped box . " Birthday present , " he said simply . I accepted the gift with a slight nod . " I'll be back in exactly three hours . " Ryker nodded , watching me leave with barely concealed longing in his eyes . Throughout these three years , he'd repeatedly hinted at reconciliation through various channels . At business functions , he would deliberately mention the good times we once shared . After visiting Noah , he would linger a few extra minutes , searching for topics to extend our conversation . He even enlisted mutual friends to relay messages - that he still loved me , that he wanted to start over . I rejected every attempt . Some things , once broken , can never be repaired . My life now was fulfilling - a successful career , a happy , healthy son , and a rich , satisfying daily existence . Compared to my former marriage , I lived more freely , more authentically . 15:11 C MUCID Munbind Ba