The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback
Chapter 97

Chapter 97:

Alicia remained silent for about ten seconds, leaving the atmosphere in an awkward silence.

Hank, although outwardly he was calm, internally he felt panic, worried that Alicia might disconnect the call. After a brief pause, Alicia finally spoke.

Caden has asked me to come over certain matters, correct.

She was skeptical of Caden's motives, but she knew that Hank didn't. It was silly.

It seems Caden has something important to discuss, Hank admitted, surprised by his candor.

Mr. Ward gave no specific reasons for the meeting. He just insisted that I make sure you were here in twenty minutes.

Did he mention anything in particular, Alicia asked. Hank paused and then answered: He meant the Gray family.

Alicia understood.

She paused momentarily, thoughtfully.

To break the silence Hank added jokingly: Although Mr. Ward is not planning a striptease, I would be willing to do one if it would ensure his arrival.

Alicia giggled at the comment, but quickly turned somber.

It's alarming how much Caden demands, pushing everyone to the limit.

Hank felt conflicted.

The job paid well, but was often challenging. He awkwardly reminded her: Mrs. Bennett, we only have twenty minutes, and it's already been five.

Okay, I'll be right over, Alicia confirmed.

Hank was touched by her kindness, thinking that it was no wonder that Caden valued her presence.

Alicia arrived at the company in exactly eighteen minutes.

Hank greeted her with a coffee. Thank you, Mrs. Bennett.

As she accepted the coffee, Alicia felt a pang of guilt, wondering if her manipulations had caused Hank any problems.

Mr. Ward is waiting. Hank motioned for her to go ahead.

Alicia nodded and continued.

Going through security, Hank glanced at the monitor and saw something that looked like a spray in her bag. .

Miss Bennett, is that pepper spray, he asked, unable to contain his curiosity at the variety of items she carried, remembering that she always seemed well prepared.

Ensuring the safety of Caden was paramount, whatever the circumstances.

Alicia was momentarily stunned, and then clarified awkwardly as she touched her bag. Oh, that's not pepper spray.

Finding it difficult to explain, she opted to leave her purse outside, hoping to ease Hank's worries.

Hank confided in her. and he didn't take the bag. Instead, he knocked on the CEO's office door to announce it. Both Caden and Alicia clearly understood the purpose of their meeting.

In a mix of persuasion and insistence, Caden had Alicia sit on his lap.

Feeling a little anxious but holding on. firm, Alicia cautiously asked: You've decided to accompany me to the Gray family's house.

Caden sarcastically replied: Just because you're on my lap, you think I'm easy to persuade.

Alicia paused, looking fixed on her lips.

She leaned closer to him.

When their lips were about to meet, Caden tilted his head, his lips brushing her cheek as he asked: You know what I want.

Struggling to maintain her composure, Alicia replied: A kiss should do it.

Wondering his intentions, she looked into his dark, piercing eyes.

With instinctive confidence, Alicia responded, You won't.

And why, he insisted.

You once said you wanted my part. voluntary, Alicia reminded firmly. Assertively, he added: You will not coerce me.

Caden laughed at her assertiveness, his breath warming his face and sending a shiver down his spine.

He thought: How many men can be truly trusted? truth And if I break my word. Then he mockingly reminded him: Remember that I have been a troublemaker since my youth. Don't forget that you once lost to me in our past challenge.

Alicia felt overwhelmed, feeling her heart pounding under his intense gaze.

Instinctively, she tried to move away.

Caden took her into his arms.

The next moment, he kissed her, catching her off guard. He was clearly at a disadvantage at that time. Sensing his dominance, she inhaled deeply, trying to calm herself, although he quickly released her.

He looked at her carefully, realizing her reaction.

Out of breath, Alicia's lips pursed. They opened a little while he was breathing heavily. Puzzled, she looked into his eyes.

Did you expect him to kiss you before he came, Caden asked.

Alicia, surprised, stammered a denial. No...

Caden moved even closer, his intense gaze making the moment seem infinite.

You knew little about me before, but today you're surprisingly sweet, he observed.

Alicia, speechless, blushed deeply, remembering the fruit-flavored breath spray she had used earlier.

Realizing how foolish her preparations might seem, she firmly pushed it away. , declaring: Now that we have kissed, I I'm coming.

However, Caden didn't loosen his grip, determined to keep her there.

Trapped in his firm grip, Alicia stopped resisting. When he moved in to kiss her again, she shyly covered her eyes. Caden's voice, soft but clear, mocked: It seems that you were eager for my kiss.

His smile increased her embarrassment.

Trying to regain her composure, she replied: I would react like that with anyone.

Caden, intrigued, continued asking: Oh how many men have you kissed.

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