The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 243:

Alice looked at Gerry, her expression composed but unreadable.

“No.

”

“Maybe he’s stuck in traffic?” Gerry suggested, trying to defend Caden.

“It’s such a big event; there’s no way he’s going to miss it.

I’ll call him.

”

Alice quickly intervened, stopping him.

“No need.

If he can come, he will.

” Not wanting Gerry to discern her emotions, she added, “I’ll go and greet the guests.

”

Gerry followed her, about to ask if she and Caden had argued, when he suddenly saw a tall, striking man approaching Alicia with a bouquet of flowers.

“Miss Bennett,” the man greeted her cordially, his eyes filled with admiration and affection.

“Congratulations.

”

Gerry's curiosity was instantly piqued.

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Who was that guy?

He carried himself with an air of importance, dressed in a tailored suit and a watch that probably cost a fortune.

It was clear that he was wealthy.

And now he was handing a bouquet to Alice while looking at her with an undeniable intensity.

Gerry's eyes sparkled with intrigue as he discreetly pulled out his phone, ready to capture the moment.

Alice accepted the flowers graciously, thanking him.

They chatted briefly, sharing laughs, an attitude that seemed friendly and comfortable, but not overly familiar.

Gerry found the perfect angle and took several photos.

After exchanging a few, Alicia placed the bouquet on the gift table and placed it among the other gifts from clients and friends.

The man noticed and seemed to understand the subtle message.

It was clear that he had feelings for her, but to Alice he was just a friend.

She accepted the roses so as not to hurt his feelings, but to Alice they were nothing more than a polite gesture.

Gerry wasted no time.

text message: “Why aren’t you here? Your rival in love has already

hit send, there was a commotion at the

to know the

in an

and striking features silenced the lively gathering for

effortlessly captured

deep breath, imitating his poise, as she greeted

taking in the crowd of high

realizing

retreated

his

a respectful distance, he handed

“Mrs.

for being late,” he said, his voice firm

the intensity in his eyes betrayed much more than his calm demeanor let

quickened as she accepted the

"Not at all, Mr.

Ward.

you could

"

up the box,

She froze.

with a subtle but deliberate touch, causing an unexpected shiver

away, pulling her hand away as she walked

blush creeping up her ears and couldn't suppress a

dazzling in her elegant champagne-coloured dress, was

perfectly fitted to her graceful

confidence that made

immersed in the festivities

of wine,

approached her with

it clear that she is not looking for anything

must have a very high opinion

”

Caden’s expression remained impassive.

“So?”

raised an eyebrow,

sense the

to the well-dressed man loitering nearby,

a chance with Alicia,"

shaking

“Don’t be so cocky.

People change.

day Alice gets tired of you and

response was cold and

"You're quite the comedian.

"

He would make sure that never

waiter walked by, swinging

glass and exchanged a few quiet words

money, the waiter nodded and went on his

that moment, Caden's

listened intently to the

and, after nodding, he put the phone in his pocket and walked

his car disappeared into the

searched for Caden in

drifted toward the entrance: