The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback
Chapter 8

Chapter 8:

Alicia let out a dry laugh before nonchalantly removing two elegant knives, a bottle of pepper spray, and a handful of other defense gadgets from her bag. personal.

The crash of metal and plastic left Hank completely speechless.

Miss Bennett, my boss just wants to return your belongings, not... kidnap you, he managed to finally, looking in disbelief at the woman's small arsenal.

Alicia blushed embarrassingly.

Of course… I'm sorry.

Then she lifted the hem of her shirt. skirt to pull out a small stun gun strapped to her thigh.

Hank's mouth twitched, struggling to suppress his amusement.

Of all the women seeking Caden's attention , eager for secure a place at his side, none had appeared prepared for battle. He had seen countless beautiful dresses in this line of work, but Alicia… well, she was the first to pair her dress with weapons, looking like she was ready to take down Caden herself.

Hank laughed at this. low. No wonder Caden always seemed so intrigued around her. He was the perfect match for his boss: an unbreakable nemesis.

After receiving the signal from inside, Hank stepped aside and opened the door.

You can enter now.< /p>

Alicia took a deep breath. She had steeled herself during the journey, convinced that she would not let him shake her.

But as soon as she entered the office and saw the man behind the desk, her walled fortress collapsed instantly.

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No, it couldn't be.

Caden screamed.

As if hearing the cowardice in her own voice, Alicia straightened her posture and lowered her voice.

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What What are you doing here

Caden, dressed in an impeccable suit that perfectly outlined his masculine figure, looked up lazily.

His posture was relaxed, almost too casual, as if he were I would have been waiting all the time.

Why wouldn't I be here?

Alicia's head was spinning. How the hell was this man so calm? She, on the other hand, felt like she was trapped in an endless nightmare.

Clinging to the hope that this was all a big mistake, she fumbled for her phone to check again. direction.

Caden's lips curved into a faint knowing smile.

You're not in the wrong place.

The atmosphere of the room seemed go down a hundred degrees. Alicia's clammy hands shook as she slowly raised her gaze to meet his.

So, that means...that night...

She didn't even blink.

No... Oh, God, no!

Alicia felt as if her world had been turned upside down.

Caden, seeing her unravel, was shocked. He leaned back in his chair with a lazy air, without taking his eyes off her face.

You still don't believe me, he asked in a slow voice.

His fingers moved elegantly, showing a ring that shined under the dim light of the office.

Alicia's expression changed abruptly and she reached for the ring.

But Caden seemed to have foreseen this, gently lifting his arm out of her reach.

p>Alicia, completely caught off guard, stumbled forward, crashing into his chest.

The sudden impact left her momentarily breathless, and his familiar scent filled her nostrils.

The voice of Caden, soft and teasing, she rumbled softly.

So desperate to hold me, huh

The heat rose up Alicia's neck, her ears burning with embarrassment. Instinctively she tried to move away, but Caden's arm fell, holding her in place.

What's this You don't want the ring anymore His voice was almost mocking, the underlying trap clear.

Alicia's mind raced. It was obviously a trap.

Without the ring, Joshua would be a constant thorn in her side. But leaving it to Caden. This cunning man's plans would be infinitely worse.

Caught between a rock and a hard place, she took a moment to carefully weigh her options. Then, determined, she fixed her gaze on Caden and asked him coldly,

What do I have to do to get the ring.

Caden's eyes sparkled with amusement, his gaze paused. in her blushing ears. A wicked smile curved his lips.

Sit down first.

He slapped her thigh suggestively, making her stomach churn.

Alicia told him. looked with disgust on his face.

Ew, don't be gross.

Ah, but it looks like you're not negotiating seriously, dear sister-in-law, Caden said, clearly delighting in his discomfort.

Glashing her teeth, Alicia reluctantly approached.

Just before sitting down, she asked in a strained voice,

If I sit down, will you hand me over? the ring

Sit down first.

But Alicia, refusing to be at his mercy, shook her head firmly.

Not until you promise me.< /p>

Caden twirled the ring between his fingers and raised it toward the open window.

His resolve crumbled in the blink of an eye, and he sank heavily into her lap.

The heat of his body seeped through the thin fabric of her skirt, an unpleasant sensation that spread across her skin.

Her pulse accelerated, the intimacy of the moment was unbearable. Every second on his lap seemed like torture.

Caden, stop playing games and give it to me!

Caden's smile faltered slightly, realizing that his patience had run out.

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His voice softened, though the evil gleam never left his eyes.

Pleasure me. Make me feel something and the ring will be yours.

Alicia's thoughts swirled in a storm of frustration as she spat,

I'm your sister-in-law!

Exactly.

His face darkened with fury, heat rising to his cheeks.

Caden's lips curved into a smile, but his eyes were as dangerous as those of a venomous snake. .

Always he knew how to touch the nerve that would make her falter.

But Alicia wasn't one to back down.

Okay, but I need to blindfold you, she declared, a mischievous spark shining. in his eyes.

Caden raised an eyebrow, piqued by curiosity.

We're getting creative

Are you going to put on the blindfold or I'll do it .

Caden laughed, his laugh a murmur

Do what you want.

Without hesitation, he took off his tie and tossed it to her.

Alicia grabbed it, her grip tightening as her eyes tightened. Her own nerves threatened to betray her.

Calmly, she put it around her eyes, with trembling hands, before securing it in place. Despite being shrouded in darkness, Caden remained motionless, allowing him to do whatever he wanted.

Women had never awakened anything in him, but that night something inside him had changed, as if he had suddenly would have turned on a latent switch. Now she wanted to know what had changed.

Alicia took a deep breath and her fingers brushed his waist as she took off his shirt. A subtle warmth blossomed beneath his hands as they slid beneath the fabric, tracing the lines of her body.

Their touch, gentle but deliberate, sent a slight shiver through her.

However, Caden couldn't help but sneer.

He could draw up impeccable strategies when it came to competing with him, but with Joshua he lost all meaning.

All this for a reason. stupid ring cheap

Pathetic.

Then, without warning, his fingers found his most vulnerable point.

Pain shot through him like lightning and he shook, with veins protruding from his neck.

Argh!

His hand went to her wrist, gripping it tightly. But before he could say anything, a knock on the door broke the tension.

Mr. Ward, Hank's voice came from the other side, “Mr. Joshua Yates has an urgent matter to discuss with you.”

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