The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 28:

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Joshua and Lilliana followed them out of the store.

He kept an eye on the taillights of Gerry's car as it faded into the distance.

Lilliana clung to her arm, grimacing angrily.

"Who would have thought that Alice could do something like that? She even managed to get close to Gerry."

Joshua looked away and replied, “Gerry isn’t interested in her that way.”

Lilliana immediately retorts, “But if she offers it to him, why would he refuse? There is no commitment, so there is nothing to lose. Maybe she is using that to get into the competition.”

Joshua felt a painful tightness in his chest.

I knew Alice wouldn't stop that low.

He knew she wouldn't do something like that, and hearing Lilliana make such comments disgust him even more.

"Let's go home," he said.

Lilliana wondered aloud, “Joshua, do you think Gerry’s sudden kindness to Alicia means he’s already chosen her?”

Joshua felt himself sinking inside.

He shook his head. “If Gerry had planned to choose her, there would be no need for this contest. “He would have already made up his mind.”

Lilliana's expression relaxed slightly.

let out a sigh of relief. “Alice is just trying to stay in the picture by

long once Gerry made his

contest would

addition, users could

a wide smile on

a lot of fans. Even if only a fraction of them vote, Alicia doesn't stand a chance. What is Gerry thinking? Is he planning

ends up being a live event, you'll have to sing the song yourself. Do you think you can

her concern without hesitation. “I'll be fine. “I just need a few

Joshua couldn't shake the feeling of unease. Something didn't sit well with him, although he didn't know why. He had a nagging suspicion that

a guaranteed victory in the competition suddenly seemed less certain. However, Lilliana had Caden's support, and he hadn't taken any action recently. So who else could be working against them? Joshua thought hard, but

of the competition arrived and the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement. In addition to the judges, the event attracted members of the Green and Yates families. Several high-profile figures were present, people who had been invited thanks to hefty payments from both families. Lilliana's team was also in full

back and turned to Caden with a smile. “Die-hard Lilliana fans are in for

of water and took a sip without a hint

proud. “Of course. But let me

revealing too much, quickly changing his tone.

corners of Caden's lips. “Since when do you pay attention to

a promise between

chatter died down and the venue fell silent. The

dressed in an elaborate costume. She sang with all her might, completely satisfied with the song, putting extra effort into every note. She

big screen above, the online voting was abuzz with activity. Enthusiastic users were casting their votes rapidly, and the

no doubt about that.

at the stage. He wanted to see what Alicia's performance would be like, wondering if she would be as impressed as

completely off. When they finally came back on, a single spotlight illuminated

blue dress. The soft light casts her profile

The scene was overwhelming.

atmosphere was so quiet that

her hands, preparing for