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.

to Caden, accompanied by a text message: “Why aren’t you here? Your rival in love has already made his move…

send, there was a

turned her head, curious to know the

in

features silenced the lively gathering for a moment, drawing all eyes to

captured

a deep breath, imitating his poise, as she greeted him with a

taking in the crowd of high society

realizing he

retreated into

approached Alicia, his steps measured

respectful distance, he

“Mrs.

he said, his voice

intensity in his eyes betrayed much more than his calm demeanor

as she accepted the

"Not at all, Mr.

Ward.

you could

"

up the box, Caden's fingers brushed

She froze.

against hers with a subtle but deliberate touch, causing an unexpected shiver to pass through

pulling her hand away as she

creeping up her ears

in her elegant champagne-coloured dress,

perfectly fitted to her graceful figure, enhanced her natural

radiated a confidence that made her even

was immersed in the festivities once again, effortlessly

still holding his glass of wine, maintained his composure, occasionally glancing

her with a

bouquet of roses? Alicia has made it clear that she is not looking for anything

a very high opinion

”

Caden’s expression remained impassive.

“So?”

raised an

the

to the well-dressed man loitering nearby, stealing glances

like him doesn't stand a chance with Alicia,"

scoffed, shaking

“Don’t be so cocky.

People change.

tired of you and looks

was cold and

"You're quite the comedian.

"

He would make sure that

by, swinging a

and exchanged a

some money, the waiter nodded

that moment,

and listened intently to the voice

and, after nodding, he put the

later, his car disappeared

Alicia finished her responsibilities, she searched for Caden in the crowd,

entrance: his