The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1140:

Laney bit her lip, stifling the bitterness welling up inside. “Alright.”

Cliff’s face hardened. “Alright, alright. You said that last time too. You act so innocent, but you weren’t as obedient,” he muttered under his breath.

Cliff sighed heavily, his expression stern as he dismantled the cake she had made, lighting the candle. “After all, this is still your sincere effort. Let’s not waste it.”

Laney watched, sensing the uncharacteristic nature of his actions, yet found herself unable to leave.

As the candle flickered, casting long shadows, Laney quietly asked, “Do you want to make a wish?”

to stop having feelings for me, Laney. Even though my aunt adopted you, everyone knows

impatience flickered—it was humiliating. Her eyes teared up, her voice tight as she said, “Then why are you so kind

challenging him after his blunt words. He scoffed. “You’re my cousin. Why shouldn’t I

she turned away, wiping her tears fiercely. She didn’t want his pity or

trembling shoulders, his own agitation growing. Laney walked away without a

the Hopkins family enrolled Laney in a prestigious academy to train as a ballet dancer. She had been staying in the dorms, preparing for an upcoming competition. Aware of this, Cliff had instructed the driver to call only once

shower. It was his birthday, and he had spent

always so emotional. When she had come into his life three years ago, she had wept in his arms, and from that moment, she had clung to him, affectionately calling him. Her small, endearing form had

misunderstanding and tried to gently

She had agreed eagerly.

realizing it was time to be more assertive. Though not biologically related, Laney had been lovingly raised in the Hopkins family, where she was doted upon. Her stubborn affection showed no signs of