The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback
Chapter 200

Chapter 200:

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The male escort was hit in the eye, temporarily blinded, and rendered helpless. He quickly collapsed to the ground.

Alice grabbed a nearby object and sprang into action.

The attacker had underestimated her, attacking half-heartedly. He was not prepared for her quick and powerful response. In the midst of her distraction, she smashed a vase over her head.

Blood immediately gushed from the wound.

The man stiffened, his eyes empty, and fell to the ground under Alice's intense gaze.

Out of breath, Alice quickly called the police and knelt down to assess her companion's condition.

Fortunately, his injuries were minor.

The police and an ambulance arrived at the same time, taking the assailant and his bodyguard to the hospital, while Alicia headed to the police station.

In the back of the police car, Alicia watched the assailant on the stretcher, her mind reeling from shock. She wasn't surprised by the altercation, considering her previous entanglements with Joshua and Lilliana. Lately, Caden had managed to maintain stability, allowing her a semblance of peace.

Her recent concern for Caden had made her forget the potential dangers.

Silently pondering, Alicia realized that without Caden's coach's self-defense training, she might not have been able to protect herself so effectively tonight.

She could have been seriously injured.

At the police station, Alicia cooperated fully and gave a frank statement.

"Don't worry, Miss Bennett. We are investigating thoroughly. Your order will not be in vain," the officer reassured her.

This unexpected kindness caught Alice off guard.

She did not feel deserving of such courtesy from an agent, but she responded with a gesture of gratitude.

After finishing his statement, the officer informed him: “Your family has been notified. Please sign here and you may leave.”

Confused, Alice replied, “My family?”

Knowing that Monica was incapacitated, he wondered who they had contacted.

The agent clarified: “Mr. Ward. I have vouched for you during your last visit here. “We remember him clearly.”

Alice remained silent, now understanding the origin of the polite treatment: it was because of Caden.

He thanked the officer and then called Caden out of the interrogation room.

His response was distant. “You gave up sooner than I expected.”

Alice tensed, her lips pressed together.

"I just wanted to clarify that the police misinterpreted our relationship and that's why they contacted you. You don't need to come. I can handle it myself."

A brief pause followed.

Caden's voice came again. "I'm outside the station. You'll see me when you get out."

As she ended the call, Alice looked up at the reflective glass and put her hand to her side.

The events had left her uneasy and in a state of shock.

His stomach churned uncomfortably.

His complexion was ashen.

She massaged her face vigorously, trying to revive her pale features and gather strength.

Turning his head, he caught the sergeant talking in a low voice.

The sergeant's face looked worried.

Noticing Alice's gaze, he waved the other person away and approached her.

"Did the suspect confess?" Alice asked.

"The hospital has certified him as mentally ill. We cannot proceed with charges," the sergeant said.

Alice's expression darkened with frustration.

Aware of the influence of the Yates and Green families, she understood the limits of police intervention. Needing a break, she asked: "Could you show me the back door?"

The sergeant, puzzled, asked, "Aren't you expecting Mr. Ward?"

"He's busy," she replied curtly and headed for the exit.

As he stepped outside, he saw a familiar car nearby, its hazard lights on. His surprise was obvious.

Wasn't it supposed to be in front?

How did it arrive so quickly?

Caden, sitting casually with one hand on the wheel, stared emotionlessly out the rolled-down window. “Get in,” he ordered, making it clear that it was not a suggestion.

Alice ignored him and walked away.

Caden commented, “I can come out and take you if I need to.”

This left her momentarily speechless.

Caden got out of the car and picked her up.

She made a face of resistance.

He leaned toward her, his voice deep and resonant. “Your lips are pale with pain, and yet you resist?”

Alice felt her strength fading.

Her hands fell limp and Caden helped her into the car seat.

Realizing that escape was futile, he chose to remain silent and approach the situation calmly.

The interior of the car was already warm, which provided some comfort.

Without thinking, he began to warm his frozen fingers.

Caden, with the same expression, took off his coat and offered it to her.

She rejected him.

His tone was icy as he presented her with an ultimatum. “Put it on or I'll get you. Decide.”

Alice was left speechless.

It seemed like he was behaving irrationally again.

Arguing seemed pointless.

She silently grabbed her coat and was about to wrap it around herself when Caden pulled her into his embrace.

Worried that any sudden movement could complicate things, she blurred out: "I'm on my period. It could be a mess."

Caden's response was unwavering.

"I know."

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