The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 985:

Before Sheila could reply, Corey cut in sharply, “You don’t need to come back starting tomorrow.”

Sheila was taken aback and faltered. “Mr. Hampton, I took leave because…”

“Do you realize Gemma has been unwell with a low fever these days?”

Unaware of Gemma’s condition, Sheila’s voice broke as she explained, “Mr. Hampton, my grandson was in a severe car accident. I’ve been trying to sell my house to pay for his medical bills, so I asked for a few days off. Please, I need this job. I’m begging you.”

Corey ended the call without another word.

Caden had been trying to learn more about Gemma’s health but ended up running into Gemma and Corey unexpectedly in Averibon. By chance, they had booked rooms at the same hotel.

Caden was clad in a floral shirt and beach shorts, a relaxed look that contrasted sharply with his usual formal persona as Mr. Ward. Yet, it lent him

“It seems wherever I go, Mr. Ward is there too. Quite the

Caden, with Alicia by his side, shot Corey a look. “What, you think I’m

opponent. That was why he could usually inflict serious injuries on

concerned maintaining his dignity. But Caden was indifferent to such concerns, leaving Corey to respond with a forced chuckle.

you be staying

Alicia answered, caressing Gemma’s cheek. “Why don’t you join us

was curious why Corey suddenly decided to come to Averibon. It

Corey fumbled for words.

Alicia’s lips twitched.

me you secretly admire, Mr.

present, he restrained himself and