The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 158:

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Alicia felt her heart stop for a fraction of a second.

She wanted to move, to get away, but her body refused to listen, frozen in place as if some invisible force held her captive.

Caden's face was mere inches from hers, his breath hot against her skin and his chiseled features so perfect they seemed almost unreal. The mischievous glint in her deep eyes washed over her like an unstoppable tide, leaving her breathless.

Her breathing became shallow, each inhalation slow and deliberate as her chest rose and fell against his. She wasn't sure whose heart was pounding, his or hers.

Alice parted her lips, her voice barely a whisper. “Is there anyone who doesn't like you?”

The words seemed to catch Caden off guard.

Only then did she notice his ears, which were flushed bright red. With a mocking arch of her brow, she asked, “So, do you admit it?”

Trying to suppress the whirlwind of emotions swirling inside her, she replied with a defiant smile, “Hard not to, considering your… impressive skills in bed.”

For a brief second, Caden seemed at a loss for what to say.

His lips curved into a bemused smile. “Is that all you like about me?”

Her eyelashes fluttered as she tried to regain her composure, her voice regaining its edge. “What else is there to like? Your bad temper, or that sharp tongue of yours?”

Caden scoffed, “Who said my skills couldn't compare to a teenager’s?”

Alice gave him a serious look. “You must have worked really hard to keep up with me. Well done. “I think I like you even more now.”

Annoyed by her brazen comment, Caden slapped her on the butt.

The sound was sharp, echoing in the silent room, and he felt the soft give of her skin beneath his palm.

Feeling a little remorseful, she rubbed the spot she had just hit, although it was anything but comforting. Alice flinched and arched her back to avoid the jab. “See? You can't stand a little teasing. “How embarrassing.”

He had raised his voice, inadvertently drawing the pup's attention.

The puppy shifted on his short legs, his tail wagging impatiently.

to playfully

his

and pulled down her baggy lounge pants until the soft curve

gave him another slap, this

screamed, “Caden, you moron! That

Cade, grew up and lunged, his

his eyes off Alicia's figure. Her voice, deep and mocking, felt a chill down his spine. "When did you name the little

the effort of blocking her wandering hand, covered her

morning and returning late at night, barely catching a glimpse

to him, Alice had been happily calling the dog “Cade”

mirth in his tone fading into something darker. “Or I’ll give you a real reason to

with pain, blinked defiantly. "No. “His name is

resting firmly on her tender skin, the warmth of her body seeing into his

feel the heat radiating off of her, a clear indication of how much his

spanking, right? If not, that's fine. “I’ll punish that

Alice's

shining with unshed tears, glaring at him. “Why didn't you say so before?! Cade can take

a moment,

his grip, quickly pulling up

and ran out of

glanced at his watch,

of Alicia's floral body lotion on his palms.

room, Alicia poured milk into Cade's bowl with a satisfied

fell silent, wondering if she was pulling his leg. Unfortunately,

down at

salad, and the third, the dreaded celery with beef, her least

for an eternity, unable to take the

Don't worry. I can always make a soup with celery and

a thin line, eyes narrowing

said, his voice flat, as if all food had

he turned to leave, his gaze fell on

even try very hard.” Alice's expression hardened, but she didn't say anything,

maid do it,”

"Eat here."