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.”

Caden leaned back with

me? I’ve always been

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

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

Caden spoke casually.

you all the way to Warrington for nothing. This is what you

emotions in Alicia. She took a moment to gather herself, her mind racing. After a few moments, she opened the proposal, her eyes scanning the contents. Each key

emotions in check, Alicia

so invested in this project?” she asked, her tone guarded. It

Caden didn’t hesitate.

already know the answer. Why

she’d buried so many times. The compensation didn’t matter anymore. The damage that

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

work. You must have completed it after