The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 908:

Yet, Corey, ever observant, noticed Alicia’s hesitation and realized it was Caden at the door. Caden seemed to sense something amiss and waited patiently outside.

Corey, never one for kindness, especially during tough times, seemed keen on making things difficult for others. “Caden’s here?” Corey extinguished his cigarette, neatly tucking the ashtray under the table before standing. “Then I’ll leave.”

Alicia eyed him warily. Was he genuinely being considerate? She held back from questioning him, knowing all too well that pressing Corey could prompt him to do the exact opposite of what she wanted. Corey picked up his car keys and slipped out through the balcony’s back door.

Alicia hesitated for a moment before approaching the front door, immediately feeling a pang of regret. Why did she feel uneasy? There was nothing between her and Corey. It would have been simpler to let Caden in and explain the situation as it was. Moreover, Corey’s earlier actions had seemed suspicious.

Her thoughts were interrupted by Caden ringing the doorbell once more, snapping her back to the moment. She threw the pair of shoes Corey had slipped on into the trash and swung the door open.

entered, balancing bags of groceries, his long strides carrying him into the room. “Were you busy?

hadn’t felt this uneasy in ages. It felt like she

I wasn’t busy. I was just in the bedroom and didn’t hear the doorbell.” She figured a little lie wouldn’t hurt, especially now that Corey

He opened the shoe cabinet, only to find his slippers missing. “I threw them out,”

her a look, his expression unfathomable.

time yet. I’ll order a new pair online later. Just wear

pair of oversized slippers. There were no other suitable slippers for him. Only the tossed pair fitted

“I’ve worn them

unsure of how to respond. It felt like he was just venting, but she couldn’t tell if he was

keep her cool. “Don’t you usually swap out your loungewear after, like, five wears? So, what’s the big

back, “When did I say it was a big deal?” Alicia didn’t know what