The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 851:

They slept until dusk. When Alicia stirred, disoriented and unsure of the time, the only thing she could immediately discern in the darkness was a strong arm wrapped securely around her waist. She didn’t need to look to know whose arm it was.

Memories of the moments before sleep came flooding back, leaving her with a confusing mix of emotions—pleasure mingled with revulsion, a sensation she couldn’t quite articulate.

She reached for the light and turned it on, sitting up in the process. The sudden movement roused Caden. He blinked groggily, his brows knitting together in mild annoyance, clearly reluctant to be pulled from the comfort of his dream.

“Why did you wake after such a brief rest?” he asked, his voice husky from sleep.

Alicia glanced at the clock. It was already eleven at night. She pressed her lips together, saying nothing, and slid out of bed. As she moved, a sharp pain radiated from her inner thigh. Startled, she looked down to find a distinct bite mark etched into her skin.

Her gaze darkened as she turned to Caden, her eyes filled with simmering resentment.

expression on her face, eased his frown. With a calm, unapologetic tone, he said, “I got carried

packed with great

part of their charm. Now, with competition defining their primary connection, the dynamics had shifted. Was flirting even appropriate between rivals? Yet, their recent interactions had blurred far

stir within, Alicia quickly pushed the thought away. She dressed hurriedly, her attention drawn

followed her

carry the scent you used to favor.

Her words suggested that

smiled knowingly but chose not

more in my

hair, Alicia replied