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.

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

didn't last long once Gerry

song contest would be an

could cast

this, Lilliana had a wide smile

them vote, Alicia doesn't stand a chance. What is Gerry thinking? Is

serious look on his face as he spoke. “If this contest ends up being a live event, you'll have to sing the song yourself. Do you think you

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 he didn't know why. He had a nagging suspicion that not everything was as safe

hadn't taken any action recently. So who else

day 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

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

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

clearly proud. “Of course.

his tone. “Forget

Caden's lips. “Since when

promise between Alicia

died down and the venue fell silent. The stage lights came

She sang with all her might, completely satisfied with the song, putting extra effort into every

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

“The song is good, there's no doubt about that. But her voice

what Alicia's performance would be like, wondering if she would be as impressed as Gerry said she

When they finally came back on, a single spotlight illuminated

of the piano, wearing a light blue dress. The soft light casts her profile

The scene was overwhelming.

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

her hands, preparing for