The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 344:

Alicia blinked in surprise.

Really? Wait, did Ciara just call herself a troublemaker?

Realizing her words might have come across as too bold, especially for someone her age, Ciara quickly cleared her throat and softened her tone.

“What I meant is, I’m healthy and not easily startled.

Say what’s on your mind, and let’s see if there’s anything I can do.”

Alicia paused, carefully considering her next words.

Noticing Alicia’s hesitation, Ciara leaned forward, her voice gentle but firm.

“You don’t need to worry, dear.

I’m not here to play matchmaker for Caden.

Trust me, I wouldn’t push you into anything.”

Alicia was about to speak but then paused.

Sorry, Alicia.

That’s not entirely true, Ciara thought to herself.

Despite her calm demeanor and warm smile, her mind was elsewhere.

was, after all, a sweet old woman—hardly someone Alicia

mind, Alicia finally felt

“Mrs.

do you

and shook

time at fundraisers

a polite nod, processing

an

often? If you’d like some

her

“No, I don’t.

just needed to

want to offend you

Ciara smiled kindly.

speak

closer to make sure Ciara could hear, Alicia

at the Yates Mansion, she was worshipping

a niche in the side hall, and

truly believe

Ciara scoffed softly.

far

to wash away the sins

well the real story

death of her daughter weighed heavily on Ciara’s

fact that the person responsible still walked free only deepened her

felt a pang

return to the country