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.

a sweet

that in mind, Alicia finally felt comfortable

“Mrs.

do you

and

more time at

offered a polite nod,

raised an

visit churches often? If you’d like some company, I’d be

shook her head

“No, I don’t.

needed

you were deeply religious, I wouldn’t want to offend you with what I’m about

Ciara smiled kindly.

can speak

make sure Ciara could hear, Alicia

the Yates

in the side hall, and

truly

Ciara scoffed softly.

far from

of trying to wash away

too well the real story behind how

heavily on Ciara’s

fact that the person responsible still

sensing her sorrow, felt a pang of

return to the country