The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1127:

Sniffling, Alicia wiped her tears quickly. She cut the cake into small, neat slices, making it easier for Gemma to eat.

Just as they were preparing to take the cake upstairs, the front door creaked open. Corey staggered inside, his clothes dusty and his face pale. His breathing was uneven, and his eyes—empty and haunted—found Alicia across the room.

Corey wanted to ask about Gemma—how she was—but the question caught in his throat, his fear holding him back.

Alicia met his gaze, her voice trembling. “Gemma said she wanted osmanthus cake. I just made some. Let’s take it to her together.”

Hearing Alicia’s words, Corey felt a faint sense of relief amidst the storm in his heart. Gemma had an appetite. That had to be a good sign.

would have gladly traded his life for Gemma’s health. But as the thought crossed his mind, he knew it was selfish. He didn’t ask for much—just a

sleepless nights. It was a burden no one should have to bear. And yet, Corey couldn’t shake the guilt. It was his fault. As her brother, he should have protected her better, fought harder

regret lacing his voice. Gemma loved little trinkets—the quirky treasures he always brought

one later,” Alicia said softly,

and stepped inside, her voice bright and warm, as though nothing had changed. “Gemma, guess who’s back!” But her smile froze, and the plate she was holding slipped from her hands, crashing to the floor and

Corey, making

stepped in front of Corey, blocking his view, but Alicia’s reaction told Corey

strength, he pushed past Caden and Alicia, desperate to

bed, her frail body perfectly still. The oxygen tube that had been keeping her

were folded neatly, and her body