The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 793:

Dorian’s heart sank with unexpressed grief as he watched her, hesitating to leave. Since learning they were related, he had looked into Alicia’s family history. Her life with the Bennett family hadn’t been easy. Although she had been well-cared for, Phil never showed her fatherly affection. He always pushed her to excel in her studies and trained her strictly to become a top student.

After her graduation, she had hoped that her accomplishments would finally win their affection, but instead, she survived a plane crash. Then there was Joshua’s betrayal. Caden brought her joy for a while, but that too was destroyed by Dorian himself. Throughout her twenty-six years, she had endured many trials, with him, her own biological father, being the most cruel.

Overcome with guilt, Dorian suddenly fell to his knees before Alicia. Her eyes widened in astonishment, unsure of how to respond. Regina was shocked.

“Dorian, what are you doing?” Dorian’s kneeling made him appear smaller in comparison to Alicia, robbing him of his dignity. Yet, in the astonishment reflected in Alicia’s eyes, he saw his tear-streaked face mirrored back at him.

“Alicia, I’m sorry,” Dorian said, his voice raw and trembling. He then continued, “I can’t expect your forgiveness, but you have many years ahead. I don’t want you to carry this hatred. Today, you can take any retribution you see fit on me. I will accept any terms you set.”

Alicia was taken aback for a moment. If she hadn’t witnessed Dorian’s previous arrogance, she might not have been so guarded now. Seeing an elder kneel before her made her uncomfortable, and she stepped back.

don’t deserve forgiveness, so why kneel? Stand up!”

penny, and I’ll ensure she looks after you well. Alicia, I owe you too much. Even if I died a thousand times, it would not be enough. I can’t compensate for your child, but I hope you can

without thinking, longing to reveal the truth that he

ached sharply as she turned to Regina and asked, “Mrs. Moss, what is wrong with him?” Regina was just as puzzled. From the moment Dorian had arrived today,

sound of slow footsteps approached. The sound of custom leather shoes, crafted with care, echoed richly against the floor.

could it be? He’s attempting to atone for a lifetime of absent fatherhood.” The sight of Dorian on his knees

made mistakes, you’re still her father. Isn’t

pale at his

are you

looked up at him and rose to his feet. His body felt weak, and he swayed a bit, leading Corey to step in