The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1045:

The meal ended with Corey nearly drinking himself into alcohol poisoning before he finally stopped. Leaning back in his chair, his cheeks flushed from the alcohol, he wore a faint smile—a subtle yet genuine expression. It was the first time Alicia had seen Corey smile like that, subtle yet genuine.

Alicia felt the transformative power of reconciliation. Power and influence could make people act with impunity, exploiting the weaknesses of others. But who would have thought that emotions could be the sharpest weapon of all?

The artificial heart Caden provided for Gemma had not only saved Corey but, in some way, had saved them all. Alicia smiled softly, signaling the staff to arrange for Corey to be sent home.

As Corey began to stir from his drunken stupor, he noticed Caden and Alicia leaving. Unsteady on his feet, he called out, “Alicia.”

Alicia stopped. Caden, ever cautious, instinctively pulled her closer, his arm protectively wrapping around her waist.

Sensing Caden’s tension, Alicia gently held his hand, a quiet gesture of reassurance.

his expression sincere

is your

nothing. Just try to drink less.

from emotion, held a faint, fragmented smile that reminded her of an innocent youth. “Actually, I hadn’t drunk before today. I only did it because

raised an eyebrow, her tone light but firm. “You’re thanking the wrong person. The heart was developed by

him, thanking

an eyebrow as if waiting for the gratitude he knew wasn’t

to eat something foul,

smirked, his tone teasing. “What’s wrong? Feeling

the mockery. “Fine, I’ll owe you this favor for now. If you ever go bankrupt, I’ll do my utmost to

chuckled at Corey’s grudging response and wrapped an arm