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.

the opportunity to playfully

his voice, his tone

pulled down her baggy

smile, she gave him

“Caden, you moron! That

lunged, his tiny teeth sinking into the hem

off Alicia's figure. Her voice, deep and mocking, felt a chill down

wandering hand, covered her behind defensively. “I named

and returning late at night, barely catching a glimpse of the lively

Alice had been happily calling the dog “Cade” behind his

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

blinked defiantly. "No.

hand resting firmly on her tender skin, the warmth of

the heat radiating off of her, a clear indication

he changed tactics. “You're strong enough to withstand a spanking, right? If not, that's fine.

expected, Alice's reaction

him. “Why didn't you say

a moment, Caden

from his grip,

grabbed Cade and ran out of the

Instead, he glanced at his watch,

hands together, he enjoyed the scent of Alicia's floral body

milk into Cade's bowl with a satisfied smile, her tone

silent, wondering if she was pulling his leg. Unfortunately, she wasn't

sat down at

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

an eternity, unable to take

the silence. "You don't like it? Don't worry. I can always make a soup with

a thin line, eyes

bread,” he said, his voice flat, as if all food

fell

she didn't say anything, her hands busy clearing the plates

maid do it,” Caden

"Eat here."