The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 835:

Alicia straightened up quickly, a hint of embarrassment creeping onto her face. Caden smirked, adjusting his shirt.

“Well, well, looks like you’ve got a thing for this area of mine. Last time, you shocked me with a stun baton here, too.”

Alicia’s jaw tightened as she shot him a cool look.

“You’re mistaken, Mr. Ward. It was purely instinctual. I reached for the nearest thing in the moment.”

Caden leaned back casually, his grin widening.

“No need to be shy. If you’re that fond of it, I wouldn’t mind letting you explore it a few more times.”

Alicia’s smile faltered, her expression turning serious.

“Boundaries, Mr. Ward. I’d appreciate it if you could exercise a little self-control.”

leaned back with

it concern me? I’ve always

guard. She blinked, speechless for a moment, before letting out a slow, frustrated breath. She looked out the window, her hands clenched tightly in her lap as she fought to keep her composure. Finally, unable to hold it in, she rolled her eyes, her

Alicia to a quiet beachside restaurant. As they sat down, he placed the business proposal in front of her. Alicia looked down at

Caden spoke casually.

wouldn’t bring you all the way to Warrington for nothing. This is what

she opened the proposal, her eyes scanning the contents. Each

her emotions in check,

her tone guarded. It was a question that seemed unnecessary, as though they

Caden didn’t hesitate.

already know the

many times. The compensation didn’t matter anymore.

she shut the proposal and slid it back across the table to him. When she looked up, her face was composed, the walls firmly back in

generosity, Mr. Ward, but this is your work. You must have completed it after so many difficulties. I can’t