The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1223:

She tried to pull back, but his presence left no room to retreat.

“I’ve been busy with rehearsals for a performance,” she said, her voice steady despite the turmoil inside. She refused to cower this time. “Shouldn’t you be focusing on your engagement? Someone as insignificant as me shouldn’t bother you.”

Cliff smiled coldly. “Is getting married such a crime that you plan to disown me as your cousin for life?”

Laney’s heart clenched painfully. “We’re not even related by blood. What does it matter if I acknowledge you or not? Besides, after you’re married, I should stay even further away.”

Cliff’s expression darkened. “Laney, don’t ever say that again.”

“But it’s the truth!” she shot back.

shouldn’t let trivial matters

How could he call this trivial? He didn’t like her, yet

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weight. “Before your mother passed away, she entrusted you

want that! I don’t want

have a choice,” Cliff said

her hand, his gaze drifting downward. Gerry had mentioned her

and carefully

and held

began applying it with meticulous care. “With your injury, don’t push yourself too hard at rehearsals. I’ve already spoken to the

heart sank further at her center spot being replaced by Kira, his future sister-in-law. Kira would undoubtedly outrank her in importance once Cliff