The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback
Chapter 214

Chapter 214:

Alicia was surprised when Caden started a conversation with her.

She raised her stiff head and managed a forced smile. . I'm inviting my client to a business dinner.

Caden looked at her out of the corner of his eye. He could feel the distance she put between them. His pending issues made Yolanda's presence even more uncomfortable, which left little to say. Alicia was relieved that Caden didn't make any inappropriate comments in that environment.

However, she couldn't ignore Yolanda's intense gaze. Yolanda's eyes were piercing, as if she wanted to see through Alicia.

Alicia was unsure of the nature of the relationship between Caden and Yolanda, but she was sure that Yolanda had feelings for him.< /p>

When the elevator reached the top floor, Alicia delayed on purpose to let them leave first.

Yolanda instinctively tugged on Caden's sleeve. Then he turned and offered a sweet, harmless smile as he said goodbye to Alicia's assistant. Meanwhile, her eyes stopped for a moment on Alicia's face.

Alicia returned her gaze without any emotion.

After a few steps, Yolanda withdrew her hand. This action helped her avoid any unpleasant words from Caden. Then he asked casually: Caden, do you know the old lady in the elevator from before?

Caden didn't answer directly. Instead, he commented: He's younger than you.

This momentarily took Yolanda by surprise. His expression changed subtly. She knew he remembered that woman's birthday, which suggested he knew more than just her name. Plus, he had started a conversation in the elevator. Yolanda thought that was unusual for someone who usually avoided relationships with women.

She smiled and said: I'm surprised you remembered my birthday.

Caden took a seat at the table in the restaurant. dining room. Coincidentally, he mentioned: I took a look at your profile when it was archived. I remember all the recent new employees.

The restaurant gave off a warm atmosphere as Yolanda sat down.

Yolanda sat down, took off her scarf, and placed it next to her. He smiled warmly and asked: Miss Bennett also worked at Blizzard Group before.

Caden raised an eyebrow and his gaze towards Yolanda became colder. Recognizing Alicia was something he didn't mind, but he preferred to hide it from Yolanda to avoid complications.

Let's focus on today's work, he suggested, and then began to order from the menu.

Yolanda's smile tightened slightly. He harbored a slight suspicion about his relationship with Alicia, awakening a hint of jealousy, although he knew that such feelings were beneath him. Okay, Yolanda responded elegantly.

Alicia knew how to keep her professional and personal life separate. When he met with the client, his attention was focused exclusively on the work. He lingered, discussed projects, toasted and drank, making sure the evening went smoothly.

Naturally, he had a few drinks. Given his low tolerance and mild allergy, he was careful not to overdo it and began to politely decline more drinks.

The customer, however, now slightly intoxicated, was defiant. He insisted on continuing to drink.

His assistant, overwhelmed, could not drink any more. Taking a deep breath, Alicia decided to continue. Mr. Hoffman, it's strange to see you so happy. I'll keep up with him until he's had his fill.

Caden, who had finished eating and was about to leave, stopped. He took a brief look and then indicated to Yolanda: Wait for me in the car.

Yolanda's eyelashes fluttered and she whispered: Okay.

Caden walked towards Alicia.

Yolanda, with her fists clenched, retired to the bathroom. As Alicia reached for another glass, a hand suddenly stopped her. Her glass shook slightly.

Turning around, Alicia was surprised to see a familiar face, which made her heart tighten.

The tipsy Mr. Hoffman quickly sobered up, exclaiming: Mr. Ward.

Caden, without visible emotion, returned the glass that Alicia had been holding to the table. In a calm but commanding tone, he asked: What kind of party requires so much drinking?

Alicia's expression darkened and she nudged Caden subtly, silently signaling him not to interfere with her handling of the party. situation. His high status often led him to dismiss others, but Alicia knew she would have to handle the consequences of this.

The group of men at the table responded quickly: Enough, Mr. Ward. We were just making fun of Miss Bennett. He hasn't drunk much, they replied. Caden had introduced them to Alicia, and now it was clear that he was at her side. It was evident to everyone that something was brewing between them. Offending Caden or Alicia over a few drinks wasn't worth it.

Alicia stared at Caden, but he remained impassive, his eyes avoiding hers completely. He could feel her anger, but he didn't understand why.

Bryant suggested that they end dinner. While Alicia continued to entertain herself, Caden grabbed her wrist firmly and ordered her: Go throw up that drink you just had.

Alicia tried to free her hand but couldn't. Feeling helpless, but trusting in Caden's intentions, he obeyed without resistance. He directed his assistant to make sure the evening went smoothly before excusing himself to the bathroom.

In the bathroom, he quickly purged the alcohol and was rinsing his hands when the toilet door opened and Yolanda emerged. . Alicia saw Yolanda's reflection in the mirror. The sound of running water stopped.

Yolanda adjusted her scarf in front of the mirror, and when Alicia looked at the logo on the scarf, her heart sank. It was the scarf that she had once given to Caden and that Yolanda now wore.

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