The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 370:

Cliff was on the verge of pushing his chair away from Alicia when Caden approached.

Relieved, he quickly stood up and offered, “Mr.

Ward, please take my seat.”

Caden’s demeanor remained nonchalant.

“What’s wrong? Is Ms.

Bennett not comfortable sitting next to you?”

Alicia tightened her grip on her fork, concentrating intently on her meal.

Cliff remained quiet, eager to distance himself from any potential complications.

“I’ll go mingle with the elders.

Enjoy yourselves,” Cliff said before making a hasty exit.

Caden took his place beside Alicia.

With a subtle gesture, he served her a portion of her favorite dish.

“Ms.

Bennett, if I impress you tonight, do I get a little reward?” he asked, a playful tone lacing his words.

He had always been aware of Alicia’s appeal, but he hadn’t realized just how much she captivated those around her.

With danger lurking nearby, he felt the need to stay vigilant.

He leaned in closer, his voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper.

“Could you give me a title and let everyone know we’re dating?”

While talking with Madison, Caden had felt a strong impulse to announce that Alicia was dating him.

However, he knew that doing so would surely upset Alicia.

He hadn’t yet won her over, and declaring their relationship to others at this point would be inconsiderate.

Thus, he restrained himself.

Now, speaking in a subdued whisper, Caden glanced at Alicia.

Across the table, Gerry tried to eavesdrop but couldn’t make out Caden’s words.

Frustrated, he said, “Could you two speak a little louder?”

Caden dropped his soft tone and gave Gerry a cold look.

“Why don’t you sit between us?”

Gerry responded confidently, “Sure, why not?”

Alicia, unimpressed, discarded the food Caden had chosen for her and suggested to Gerry, “Mr.

Hopkins, let’s switch places.”

Gerry smirked at Caden before moving to swap seats with Alicia.

He would go to great lengths to help a friend in need, but when there was drama, he always enjoyed being front and center, watching the show unfold.

Caden kept a poker face, casually sipping his drink.

Gerry, relishing the situation, commented, “When Alicia was sitting by Cliff earlier, she didn’t seem this upset.

It seems she’s annoyed by you.”

Caden didn’t let it bother him.

“A woman’s small temper tantrums only add to her charm,” he replied with a shrug.

Gerry rested his chin on his hand.

“And what good does that do? You need to win her over.

It’s been a while.

Haven’t you tried to reconcile?”

Despite his teasing, Gerry felt a twinge of sympathy for Caden after seeing his downcast demeanor.

He genuinely wanted to support him.

Caden replied in a flat tone, “Fixing things takes time.

I shouldn’t rush it.

I know what I’m doing.”

Gerry looked doubtful.

“Do you really know how to win her over?”

“Will you win the woman back?”

“Yes,” Caden replied with assurance.

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