The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 288:

Frustrated, he flipped his phone face down, closed his eyes, and pinched the bridge of his nose.

The following afternoon, Alicia returned to Warrington.

After several days on the road, her diet had been poor, and now her stomach was upset.

She decided to cook something light for dinner.

As she began preparing, her thoughts wandered to that stubborn man.

After a brief hesitation, she decided to call him.

Caden answered with clarity, “What’s up, busy philanthropist?”

His tone was light and teasing, which only fueled Alicia’s resentment.

“Have you had dinner?” she asked.

“No,” he replied.

to come over

a pause before Caden responded, “Are you trying that old trick again, Alicia? Do

didn’t respond

she exhaled and

ribs and prepared

meal, Caden hadn’t

filled a bowl for

happily wagged his tail while eating, a smile spread across

cuter

she

man who had just entered, less adorable than any dog,

Caden was surprised.

her to actually go home

the rib soup wafted toward him,

had brought dinner too—takeout

paled in comparison

Silence hung between them.

Caden approached the dining