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

hit send, there was

to know the origin of

dressed in an

imposing presence and striking features silenced the lively gathering for a moment, drawing all eyes

effortlessly captured the

his poise, as she greeted him

the room, taking in the crowd of high society

realizing he

retreated

Alicia, his steps measured and

a respectful distance, he handed her

“Mrs.

for being late,” he said, his voice firm and his face

in his eyes betrayed much more

quickened as she accepted the

"Not at all, Mr.

Ward.

you

"

box, Caden's

She froze.

but deliberate touch, causing an

away, pulling her hand away

slight blush creeping up her ears and couldn't suppress

dazzling in her elegant

to her graceful figure,

radiated a confidence that made her even

immersed in the festivities once again, effortlessly charming those

glass of wine,

her with a

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

very

”

Caden’s expression remained impassive.

“So?”

raised an

you sense the slightest hint

the well-dressed man loitering nearby,

him doesn't stand a chance with Alicia," he said, his

scoffed, shaking his

“Don’t be so cocky.

People change.

tired of you

response was

"You're quite the comedian.

"

him? He would make

swinging

and exchanged

money, the waiter nodded and went on his

moment, Caden's phone

intently to the voice on the

turned serious and, after nodding, he put the

car disappeared into the

Alicia finished her responsibilities, she searched for Caden in

gaze drifted toward the entrance: his car