The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 103:

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At the gaming table, Alice was outmatched by Mrs. Reyes.

As if that were not enough, Mrs. Reyes was not her only opponent; the others had subtly and unequivocally formed an alliance against her.

Tensions mounted as round after round slipped through his fingers, and his losses numbered in the hundreds of thousands.

Alice squeezed her cards tightly, realizing that she couldn't rely on her skill alone to beat them.

His eyes narrowed as he shifted his attention from the letters to Mrs. Reyes herself.

It was absurd how Mrs. Reyes seemed to win every hand.

Not even the luckiest person could have won so many times in a row.

Alicia's keen eyes soon picked up on a pattern. Every time Mrs. Reyes played a card, she would casually raise her hand to support her head, twisting her jade bracelet in a practiced, almost mechanical motion.

Once or twice it might have been a coincidence, but it always happened without fail.

And what was more revealing: the other ladies only played their cards after Mrs. Reyes made this peculiar gesture.

Before long, Mrs. Reyes was back to sweeping the table, a smug smile on her lips as she carried off the winnings.

It was a trap, plain and simple.

Alice's gaze fell on her dwindling chips, frustration simmering beneath her calm exterior. If this continued, she would be out of every penny.

Alicia said, her tone

expecting it. She offered Alicia a sweet smile. “Miss Bennett, have you

Alice didn't respond immediately.

understanding, leaned forward with a hint of feigned sympathy. “You've

up for such a small loss, Mrs. Bennett? Please don't spoil the fun. Why don’t you

taunt hit like a well-aimed arrow, but Alice wasn't about

to rob her, but she wasn't going to

said, rising gracefully from his seat. “I need to freshen up. “We can continue when

There had to be a way to

"Mr. Ward?"

and excited. She ran to the door. “Randolph said he was inviting you to dinner. He knew you were coming and booked the most exclusive private restaurant. In fact, he’s still busy

accentuated his broad shoulders and long legs, he carried himself with an effortless elegance that spoke of a calm authority. His healthy complexion, contrasted against the dark fabric, only enhanced his striking masculinity. His deep

He stepped forward, his gaze

risen from her seat, found herself instinctively sitting back down, her pulse quickening unexpectedly. With her back to him, she still felt the

all, who wouldn't be captivated by a man like that? Caden was one of the most handsome men in Warrington, and his good looks aroused the admiration of women of all ages. They toyed with the idea of ​​flirting with him, with a thousand thoughts, although none

Caden ignored her. He walked past her, his steps determined, and sat down next to Alicia without hesitation. Alicia sensed his presence immediately, although she kept her face impassive, moving

subtle movement. Curiosity got the better of Mrs. Reyes. “Mr. Ward, do you

at Mrs. Reyes, Caden coldly

was a stunned silence. Everyone knew Joshua was Caden's half-brother. As for Alicia…

unsettling. The tension was palpable, although no one could pinpoint

leg, hooking it around the leg of Alicia's chair

speechless. Caden remained unfazed, his tone dry as he asked, “You're

slow. With quick efficiency, Caden reached the drawer first and opened it to

raising an eyebrow. “Where are all your

in annoyance, crossing her arms defensively. “No one's come in.”

level of brilliance, even tic-tac-toe seems like