The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 473:

As she closed the door behind her, her composed expression began to falter.

She couldn’t hear the conversation inside, nor did she want to.

Alicia’s thoughts spun.

Corey’s words had left a lasting echo.

Ever since he had purchased that painting, there had been a fierce intent in his eyes, one that she couldn’t ignore.

Today’s visit seemed to center around her.

What could he want from her?

Was it just because she was with Caden? That reasoning felt flimsy.

Caden was too proud to easily give up such a crucial advantage.

There was no way he would relinquish his woman.

But then again, anything was possible.

Corey’s approach was relentless, and Caden had been distracted with other concerns lately.

If a woman could foster peace between them, perhaps it wouldn’t be such a terrible trade-off.

Would Caden agree to that?

Lost in thought, Alicia barely noticed she had walked into the conference room.

The sudden creak of the door startled her, pulling her back to reality.

Caden entered.

He was alone.

Alicia blinked, feeling the unspoken tension settle between them.

Her voice came out quieter than she intended.

“Is the discussion over?” Caden’s gaze was intense, unreadable as it lingered on her.

The answer was clear, yet she still felt compelled to ask,

“Who did Corey want from you?”

The walls of the conference room were made entirely of glass, allowing anyone to watch the conversation unfold.

Among those observing was Corey, who, just as he was about to leave, paused and slipped into the shadows, his sharp gaze fixed on Alicia and Caden.

Caden ignored him, focusing instead on Alicia.

Her face was pale, her pupils slightly contracted.

He couldn’t quite tell if she was curious or frightened.

“He wants you,” he said in a calm voice.

Alicia jolted in her seat, as if something had snapped in her mind.

She narrowed her eyes at Caden.

“Did you agree to the deal?”

It wasn’t until she spoke that she realized how tense she was.

Her voice almost cracked.

“Why don’t you ask me why he wants you first?”

“Because that sly fox would never tell the truth anyway,” Alicia replied almost instantly.

“Whatever excuse he gave you, it’s all a lie.”

Caden pressed his lips together, his expression unreadable.

“Now answer me,” Alicia said anxiously.

“Did you agree or not?”

Caden’s gaze softened.

“I wasn’t expecting you to ask such a question, Ms.

Bennett.

Aren’t you supposed to be tough and independent? You refute anyone who remotely refers to you as a commodity.

What right do I have to make such a decision on your behalf?”

Alicia blinked, then noticed the glint of amusement in his eyes.

He was clearly entertained by the situation.

She let out a sigh of relief, only to grumble, “Have you lost your mind, Caden? How can you tease me at a time like this?”

She kicked him hard in the shin, which earned her a sharp hiss.

“Always so feisty.

Handing you over to Corey might not be such a bad idea, after all.

I’ll just find someone more gentle and obedient.”

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