The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 948:

Alicia let out a dry chuckle. “Alright, let’s just forget I asked.”

Seeing her so relaxed triggered a sense of urgency in Caden. He had learned numerous techniques privately because, after two years without intimacy, he was starting to doubt his own performance. Alicia might seem playful, but she was bold during intimacy. He worried that if he didn’t perform well during their next intimate encounter, it would be a disappointment.

Caden watched Alicia carefully, his eyes narrowing slightly at the way she lingered on the photo. He couldn’t deny the jealousy that flared up inside him.

Alicia, sensing the shift in his demeanor, looked up at him. “What? Is something wrong with liking someone good-looking?”

Caden’s jaw tightened, but he remained composed. “No, nothing wrong at all,” he replied smoothly, though the edge in his voice was noticeable. “But, if you’re interested in someone else, just say it. Don’t pretend.”

Alicia raised an eyebrow, her amusement clear. “You’re being dramatic. I was just looking. It’s not like I’m planning to meet him.”

his eyes locking onto hers. “You don’t need to meet him. Just know that you’re the only one I want.” His voice softened, the tension in his words dissipating

his admission, smiled faintly. She knew that Caden, despite his confident exterior, harbored deeper feelings for her than he often

her tone softening. “And

he said, his usual playful

him. “Maybe I will. But only if you promise to stop making

her closer. “No promises,

nothing major, just an appreciation for handsome men. But what type are you

the screen, his eyes narrowing slightly as he focused on Brysen’s birth date.

prime of life for a man—mature, dependable,

a sarcastic smirk. “So, Ms. Bennett has

again, though he tried to mask it with humor. She sighed, shaking her head. “I’m just admiring him. That’s all. No need