The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback
Chapter 64

Chapter 64:

As Joshua spoke, he staggered back, spitting a mouthful of blood into the trash can. Among the blood was a small fragment of glass. His expression darkened as he tilted the bowl in his hand, revealing more fragments sitting at the bottom.

What the hell is this? Joshua's voice sounded firm and full of anger.

The room fell into chaos.

Shelia ran to his side, her voice worried. You're bleeding! How is that possible? Let me see where you're hurt.

Joshua's face twisted in fury as his gaze shifted to Georgia, who looked more than a little guilty. Would you mind explaining to me why there are shards of glass in the soup.

Georgia, as clever as ever, feigned innocence. Shards of glass How is it possible

Alicia, taking advantage of the opportunity, played along. She took a trembling step back, pretending that her legs were weak from shock. If Joshua had swallowed it... his throat would have been destroyed! she gasped, grabbing his arm with a look of genuine concern. You've swallowed something You're fine

Joshua's tense expression softened slightly. No. Shelia breathed a sigh of relief, but her eyes locked on Georgia.

Useless, Shelia thought. Georgia doesn't know how to do anything right.

Intervening to smooth things over, Shelia added: Georgia probably wasn't paying attention. Maybe something broke and fell into the soup without realizing it.

Georgia quickly took advantage of that excuse. I'm sorry, Mr. Yates. It wasn't my intention. Mrs. Bennett pushed me earlier, and I felt dizzy...

Joshua slammed the bowl down. You've been working here for years! He snapped angrily. How could you make such a stupid mistake.

Georgia, knowing how to manipulate the situation, knelt down, her eyes filled with tears. Mr. Yates, I really didn't mean to.

Your kneeling, for an older woman, seemed pitiful, and refusing to forgive her could make anyone look heartless. But Joshua was not easily convinced by such gestures. With Shelia present, he coldly turned to his mother. Mom, she's your responsibility.

Turning to Alicia, Joshua pulled her closer, his expression filled with concern as he checked her mouth. You're okay. You've hurt yourself

Alicia shook her head. I only had a small sip.

She played the role of the kind and serene woman effortlessly.

Shelia's expression darkened, but she could not intervene or separate them.

Still kneeling, Georgia suddenly broke the silence. Mrs. Bennett, you did it on purpose.

The room fell silent again, the tension was palpable. Alicia, genuinely surprised, asked: Georgia, why do you say that?

Tears ran down Georgia's face as she sobbed. You don't like me. Today you pushed me into the pond, and still, you were not satisfied. So you secretly added glass shards to the soup to incriminate me.

Alicia was speechless. If I could, I would have applauded Georgia's performance. What a talented actress!

Georgia wiped her face dramatically. I know you don't like me, but if you have a problem with me, why don't you ask me directly Why give the soup to Mr. Yates And if something had happened to him.

Shelia, taking advantage of the moment, he intervened. That's why you refused to drink it, Alicia! You were waiting for Joshua to come back to hurt him.

Alicia, her eyes now red, calmly replied: But it was Georgia who brought the soup.

Maybe you hid the pieces of glass beforehand and you threw them away when no one was looking! Georgia quickly added, fueling the accusation.

Alicia pursed her lips, her gaze fixed on Joshua. Her eyes filled with tears. You think it was me too. He tried to get the tears to flow, hoping that his argument would be more convincing. But no matter how hard she tried, she couldn't contain her emotions.

Desperate, she turned to physical pain. Alicia pinched his arm hard behind his back. The sharp pain worked, making her burst into real tears, even letting out a soft sob.

Joshua had never seen her cry like that. His heart softened instantly and he held her in his arms. I believe you. I'll take care of this.

Alicia leaned towards him, continuing her act, sobbing silently against his chest. Nobody likes me here. I should go. We can go our separate ways, but please don't let me be the reason your relationship with your mother is ruined.

Shelia froze, unable to speak.

Georgia, equally dumbfounded, she couldn't react. They had never seen Alicia give such a convincing performance before.

Jerald, fed up with the constant arguing, slammed his hand on the table. Enough already! You're making a scene over something trivial.

Georgia, not wanting things to escalate, quickly stood up and walked away without saying a word.

Jerald stood up, with hands firmly supported on the table. His eyes locked onto Joshua and Caden's. Come both of you to the studio with me. There is something we need to discuss.

Shelia stepped forward, trying to calm the situation. Jerald, maybe we should eat first. Let's talk after dinner, okay. Jerald pushed her away roughly. Stay out of it!

With the medication just taken, Jerald wasn't as fragile as he used to be. He marched towards the study, with Joshua and Caden following close behind.

When the door closed, the room fell into an eerie silence, leaving the women alone.

Shelia left her room. façade, his gaze became sharp as he looked at Alicia. You've gotten smarter since the divorce. No wonder Joshua still has you close.

Alicia calmly wiped away the tears that remained on her face, with a sweet but sharp voice. Mrs. Yates, maybe next time you'll be a little more careful. If those glass shards had really caused serious injuries, it would have been quite a problem.

Shelia's expression darkened slightly.

Alicia leaned back, rubbing her temple as a wave of dizziness hit her.

At that moment, a loud scream came from the study, breaking the silence.

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