The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1208:

Cliff’s features were carved in stone as he declared, “This isn’t something you should be concerned about.”

Without another word, he strode inside, his dismissiveness hanging in the air.

Juliet, ever practical, simply followed his lead, though her mind was filled with questions.

“You haven’t mentioned anything about our upcoming marriage to your cousin?” Juliet probed, unable to contain herself.

“It’s none of your business,” Cliff shot back.

“Why so cold? I just thought if you were struggling to bring it up, I could lend a hand.”

you always like to

was precisely what Juliet had been

replied, “Since you put it that way, I’ll keep my distance. I’ll just wait

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entering the dining room, Juliet shifted her

remained true to form, primarily attending to Laney, though with less intimacy than during their trip. Occasionally, Laney would steal glances at him, a hollow feeling gnawing at her insides, but try as she might, nothing seemed amiss. She consoled herself with the thought that her fears were unfounded. After all, Cliff had never been anything

dinner, Cliff suggested taking Laney to

private sanctuary. Cliff’s lips found their

beneath his kisses. His warmth against her skin was undeniable, each kiss a testament to his presence. Cliff

but tonight Cliff was unusually possessive, mapping every curve of Laney’s body with devoted attention. Exhausted, her joints protesting, Laney turned his own

any respite, and while Laney was spent,