The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1019:

Alicia sensed Corey’s manipulative intent and brushed it off. “No, I don’t.”

Ever since Caden’s surgery, he rarely drank, and Alicia, being allergic to alcohol, never bothered with hangover medicine.

Corey frowned, pretending to be serious. “How can you not have any? Didn’t you always keep hangover medicine for me when we traveled for business?” The room fell silent at his words.

Alicia saw through his act and smiled faintly. “Corey, if you’re trying to drive a wedge between Caden and me, you’ll need a better excuse. This is just embarrassing.” Clicking his tongue, Corey countered, “I’m not stirring trouble. All I want is some hangover pills.”

Then, with a mock air of innocence, Corey raised his voice. “Oh, my bad—I forgot you’re married to Caden now. I shouldn’t bring up our past in front of your husband.”

Alicia stared at Corey, speechless. What past? This man would say anything to get under her skin.

a waiter. “Could you please bring this gentleman ten boxes

briefly but quickly obliged, accustomed to eccentric requests from wealthy clients. Corey was caught off guard.

Alicia from Corey. But instead of

left the elevator, Caden kept Corey at a distance without

are you so protective? Can’t I ask a simple question as a

angry—it’s written all over your face. What’s the

and turned to Alicia, his face calm but firm. “Wait for me in the car.”

Caden’s simmering anger, tried to provoke him further. “Why send her away? Don’t you want her to

out a derisive smile before walking away. “I’m not a fan

Corey was momentarily stunned.

Alicia’s footsteps disappeared, Caden calmly

“Oh, so you’re furious now? How’s that anger