The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 54:

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Alice didn't realize that she had given too much away. She had intended to provoke Caden by showing him the book, aware of his disdain for deceitful people. During their school years, Caden had been incredibly popular, attracting many admirers and inevitably creating rivalries.

Groups of girls often gathered around him, their laughter and chatter like birdsong. Known for his quick temper, Caden was unreservedly critical, and manipulative people were often the first to feel his wrath. His sharp comments made others wary of approaching him flirtatiously or openly.

Caden turned away dismissively. “I’m not interested in that cheap reading material.”

Alice, settling back into her seat with a smile, teased him: “You seemed interested. Perhaps you have developed a taste for deceitful types now?”

In a measured tone, Caden replied, “And who might you be trying to trick with those tactics?”

Alice replied: "Certainly not you."

"Well, that's just what I wanted to hear," he replied, his expression unreadable.

What an idiot!

As they approached the Yates mansion, Alice took the opportunity to do some quick reading. The author's skill was evident, presenting the material clearly and highlighting key points. During the short drive, Alice absorbed a great deal of information.

Arriving at the mansion, I noticed that the entrance was crowded and I was shocked.

“Why are there so many cars here?” His curiosity was piqued and he asked, “Is there any special event at the mansion today?”

Caden, ever aloof, replied, “Jerald was discharged today. “He came home this morning, and many relatives came to visit him.”

This caught Alicia off guard. She knew from Joshua that Jerald was recovering at the mansion, but she hadn't realized it was today.

The doors were open, welcoming a crowd of guests bearing extravagant gifts, with tables piled high with packages.

two books in her bag,

car door behind them, his expression unreadable, neither

was going to be discharged today, so I didn't bring any gifts. Did you manage to

mottled shadows across Alice's face, highlighting her features

it,” Caden

comforted. Caden, always proud and generous, seemed to

anticipated her needs. “Would you

appreciating his insight. “It's clear why you're Mr.

may help, but my favors don't come

reaching for her

quickly interjected, “It’s not money I’m interested

then it must be something else. Caden looked ready to make an inappropriate request. Alicia braced herself, determined to embarrass

about to enter the mansion,

you for

suspicious. “Are you being

"Sometimes," he replied indifferently.

you want me to

gave her a pointed look. “Miss Bennett, with your eloquence, can

puzzled. Was that

your help today, Mr. Ward. “I owe you

responded with a nonchalant nod, rolling up his

turned back to the trunk. “Where are you headed?” Caden

to

car. I'm taking them

him. “Do you have

I came with good will," Caden

him, her expression sour. “You

remained relaxed. "Isn't goodwill itself

playing with me,"