The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 71:

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Alicia took a taxi and headed to the beauty salon, dressed in simple and modest attire. Once inside, she approached the counter and looked around at the different beauty packages on offer.

The beautician, who quickly noticed Alicia's refined demeanor, wasted no time in guiding her toward the most luxurious options, each one more extravagant than the last. Alicia, however, did not lose sight of her true objective: to meet Rachel Gray, Randolph's wife. With that goal in mind, she chose a package priced at a staggering $100,000, and closed the transaction with a calm smile.

Moments later, her phone range. It was Joshua.

"What did you just buy?" I have asked.

Alicia smiled sarcastically. Even through a text message, she could sense her irritation. Funny, she thought, that over a simple $100,000 purchase he was questioning her, but when she emptied millions from her accounts, he didn't even blink.

She quickly replied, “The autumn weather has dried out my skin, so I’m going to get a facial.”

Time passed, and when she was lying in bed, resting for the night, his belated reply came: “It is good to give priority to your appearance.”

Some time later, another message followed, more suggestive than the first: "Has your period come yet?"

Alice rolled her eyes in exasperation. “Not yet,” she replied dismissively.

Then she turned off the phone, not wanting to hear from him again that night.

The next morning, knowing Rachel's routine, Alicia made sure to position herself strategically. Not long after, Rachel arrived for her usual beauty treatment. Alicia smiled and greeted her warmly.

Raquel stopped, her eyes falling on Alicia's familiar face. After a moment, she recognized her. “Miss Bennett?”

Outwardly, Alice remained calm, but secretly she was surprised that Rachel recognized her.

Rachel, her appearance impeccably groomed, radiated elegance as she settled into bed next to Alicia. “What a coincidence,” she remarked softly. “I’ve never seen you around here before.”

smiled, sensing the opportunity she had been waiting for. Plus, Rachel seemed to

an impressive memory. We've only met a

of warmth. “How could I forget? Gerry's movie was the talk of the town, and your voice made

kindly. “You are very kind, Mrs.

Rachel asked, looking around as if she expected someone

"Yeah."

fleeting thought. She didn't press the question further, but

Rachel was much more charming and pleasant than she had imagined, kind in a way that seemed genuine, not

into the beginning of a budding friendship. By the time they were ready to leave, Alicia had already taken the initiative to add Raquel on

attire and began applying her makeup. Something seemed to be bothering her today, though. Maybe it was because she was next to a younger face, but she took longer than usual, touching up and examining

any plans for later, Mrs.

as she put the finishing touches on her lips. “Yes, my husband is meeting a very important

must adore

as she looked down, her voice softer now. “Of course. After all, we’ve been together for so many years.” She let the

the mirror and turning to Alicia. “I feel like something is not right with

moment before approaching. She examined Rachel's

lipstick,” Alice said thoughtfully. “But it seems too… delicate. Maybe you should try a bolder contrast, maybe some darker jewels to balance

softly. “I didn't

up with an

launched a new collection of jewelry. Without hesitation, Alice went ahead and bought

With her keen eye for style, she carefully helped Rachel to adjust the accessories. The result was amazing. Despite her almost forty years, Rachel's new look retained its elegance and added a touch of

herself in the mirror and a satisfied smile curved her lips. “I must admit, it is impressive. Thank you, Mrs. Bennett. How much was the jewelry set?” Rachel's tone had become much more relaxed with Alicia. “I’ll pay

soft smile. “There’s just been a new restaurant opened downtown,” she said. “Next time, let me treat you to lunch, Mrs. Gray. “I’m new to the area and I’d love to

for next time? Randolph is here; “why don’t

client. Wouldn’t it be inappropriate

waved her hand dismissively. “It's not that formal. Mr. Ward has some important business with the bank, and Randolph thought it would be nice to connect with him, so it's more

concerns, but it was the name Rachel mentioned that really

Ward?" asked Alice, raising her eyebrows