The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 24:

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Gerry let out a chuckle. “You know I didn't mean that.”

Even though she had been making fun of Caden moments ago, the idea of ​​Alicia and Caden having some sort of romantic relationship seemed absurd to her. The idea of ​​two people who seemed to butt heads at every turn, but shared a kind of forbidden tension, was oddly amusing. Who wouldn't find that scenario entertaining?

But Caden had a peculiar problem: he found it impossible to develop feelings for someone who constantly clashed with him. As for Alicia, the idea of ​​getting involved with her ex-husband's older brother was simply out of the question.

“Let’s go eat,” Gerry decided to change the conversation. “You're not feeling very well, so eat something and go home soon.”

Alice agreed.

He brought up the subject of the stained seat again. “I’ll take the car and have all the seats replaced,” I suggested.

Gerry, known for his meticulous attention to detail, normally didn't tolerate such things. However, he had just started collaborating with Alicia and was genuinely impressed by the song she had recorded that night. The stain didn't bother him. “It's not a big deal. “I’ll have someone else take care of it later.”

Alice didn't let it go. "That's not right, Mr. Hopkins. I have to make it up to you properly."

Seeing her determination, Gerry finally gave in. “Fine, I’ll deduct the cost from your payment. Is that okay?”

Alice agreed without hesitation. “Sounds good to me.”

With that settled, Alice turned her attention to Caden. “How much do I owe you for the jacket?”

in expression. “It's a limited edition. You can't put

Alice immediately felt uncomfortable.

It's better to sort things

“If we break it down, there’s

opened her eyes in surprise. She stared at him, replaying the events in her

had already paid him for helping her with the effects of the drugs, for borrowing her jacket twice, and for the kiss in the car. Everything was

cut her

push herself on him, and paying him was something she had decided on her own.

dropped the conversation and focused

that supposed to mean? What kind of games

Sometimes, his mood was unpredictable. When his behavior turned cold, it became difficult to approach

decided to put aside his curiosity and quietly said to Alice, “Don't pay attention to him. He's just being naughty. Who cares about a limited edition coat? He's

responded with a

come over. “Hey, eat here. “I’ve got some juicy gossip about

in her direction, showing

to hear the gossip. Who wouldn't want to

lowered his voice just enough for Alicia to hear. “He likes married women.” He made

eyes

help but glance in his direction. Her face flickered between disgust and sympathy. A moment later, something suddenly

office. He had made a comment about liking sisters-in-law who

on, laugh. Why

the meal was over, Gerry arranged for someone to look after his Rolls-Royce. He had some urgent business and needed to leave. Before he left, he said to Caden, “You can argue, but it's late. Make sure Alice gets home safely. “It’s not safe for her to be alone

Gerry left, he