The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1216:

Laney’s eyelashes fluttered, but she gave no response.

Cliff studied her, a pang of unease gnawing at him. She looked so broken, and it hurt more than he expected. In a rare moment of tenderness, his voice turned almost pleading. “I’ll buy you whatever you want.”

Laney didn’t answer. Her gaze shifted to the cabinet.

Following her line of sight, Cliff froze.

Sitting on the cabinet was a half-opened box, revealing a sparkling set of diamond jewelry.

Cliff had forgotten about the jewelry. Juliet had sent it over for him to approve as part of their engagement plans. He hadn’t cared and had set it aside without a second thought.

it?” Cliff

brand—it was a custom design, made specifically for engagements. “Did you buy it for her?”

like it, I’ll

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turned to him, her gaze piercing.

“I didn’t handle the wedding details. Juliet took care of everything. That set is

she clenched her fists, her nails digging into her palms as she fought against the surge of bitterness. “So, you’ve been lying to

leaned forward and attempted to lift

“Go take a shower.”

suddenly

it was the alcohol dulling his reflexes. Without wasting another second, Laney bolted toward the door. Cliff snapped out of his daze and

Cliff froze, his face partially obscured by the shadows,

stood there, her hand trembling. She had never struck anyone before, but the pain in her chest told her