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.

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

worries didn't last long

song contest would

users could cast

a wide smile on her

of them vote, Alicia doesn't stand a chance.

kept a serious look on his face as he spoke. “If this contest ends up being a live

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

had already received Iris's song, and its quality was impeccable in every way. Lilliana loved the piece. But despite that, Joshua couldn't shake the feeling of unease.

hadn't taken any action recently. So who else could be working against them? Joshua thought hard, but came up

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 her instructions,

back and turned to Caden with a smile.

of water and took a sip without a hint of emotion crossing his face. “Are

chest, clearly proud. “Of course. But

before revealing too much, quickly changing his tone. “Forget it. Alicia wouldn’t

lips. “Since when do you pay attention to

back. “It's a promise between Alicia

approached, the lively chatter died down and the venue

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

voting was abuzz with activity. Enthusiastic users were casting their votes rapidly, and the numbers

no doubt about that. But her voice

performance 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 single spotlight illuminated the stage,

of the piano, wearing a light blue

The scene was overwhelming.

atmosphere was so quiet that you could have heard a pin

her hands, preparing