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.

is just trying

didn't last long once Gerry

the song contest would be an open

users could cast their votes

had a wide

if only a fraction of them vote, Alicia doesn't stand a chance. What

he spoke. “If this contest ends up being a

her concern without hesitation. “I'll be fine. “I

song, and its quality was impeccable in every way. Lilliana loved the piece. But despite that, Joshua couldn't shake the feeling of unease. Something didn't sit well with him, although

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 came

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 swing. Following

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

a sip without a hint of emotion crossing his face. “Are you so sure

his chest, clearly proud. “Of course. But let me tell

quickly changing his tone. “Forget it.

of Caden's lips. “Since when do

between Alicia and me. “I

the start of the competition approached, the lively chatter died down and the venue fell silent. The

Lilliana slowly emerged, dressed in an elaborate costume. She sang with all her might, completely satisfied with the song, putting extra effort into every note. She seemed determined to give it

users were casting their votes rapidly, and the numbers were increasing with

shook his head and sighed. “The song is good, there's no doubt about that. But

would be like, wondering if she would be as impressed as Gerry said she

lights were completely off. When they finally came back on, a

a light blue dress. The soft light casts her profile in a

The scene was overwhelming.

room, the atmosphere was so quiet that you could have heard a

raised her hands, preparing for