The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback
Chapter 238

Chapter 238:

The icy days of winter continued to advance. As Christmas approached, the streets came alive with festive music and vibrant decorations, the colors of which brightened the cold, gray days.

Alice, however, was unconcerned by the hustle and bustle around her. faced by the Green and Yates families. He trusted that Caden had everything under control and preferred to pour his energy into his gallery.

He worked tirelessly, managing daily operations with unmatched dedication. Despite being the owner, Alicia was approachable and open with her employees, and made sure that all tasks were completed smoothly.

She was often the first to arrive in the morning and the last to arrive. leaving at night, embodying the ideal of a responsible and hard-working businesswoman.

Her reputation soon attracted the attention of the media. A journalist contacted her for an interview, curious to meet the woman behind the gallery's growing success.

Alicia prepared meticulously for the occasion. During the interview, she appeared poised and elegant, with concise and well-thought-out answers. His confidence and serenity made a great impression.

The session concluded on a positive note for both parties. Alicia had even organized a meal to entertain the journalist and her team after the interview, ensuring that the experience was smooth and enjoyable.

That night, Alicia had dinner with her employees, a gesture of gratitude for their hard work. At the end of dinner, exhaustion weighed on her, but she still made sure to call a car service to take her employees home safely.

When her assistant looked into the room, car window, called her worried. Miss Bennett, you too should go home and rest. He's trying too hard. Why don't you take the day off tomorrow.

Alicia smiled warmly. I'm fine. Don't stop calling me when you get home.

His assistant sighed, with a worried expression. OK. Good evening, Miss Bennett.

Alicia waved as the car drove away, watching until it disappeared down the street.

Inside the car, her assistant shook her head, looking at his colleagues. Miss Bennett works too much, he said, in a worried tone. If he keeps this up, I'm afraid his body won't be able to handle it.

The car turned onto the highway, the city lights fading in the distance.

I guess that's what it's like. things when you're the boss, commented one of Alicia's colleagues. Starting your own business is always an uphill battle. If Miss Bennett were more flexible with her business practices, perhaps she wouldn't have to work so hard.

Alicia's assistant immediately understood the other woman's implication.

From the opening of gallery, numerous wealthy owners had approached Alicia under the pretext of partnering. She had rejected everyone.

If she was going to sell anyway, why bother setting up her own business, the assistant replied, her tone sharp. In the future, you'd better keep those ideas to yourself. If you say something like that out loud again, I'll tell you off.

The employee seemed visibly surprised by the assistant's reaction.

I'm sorry, she murmured. I think Miss Bennett is getting unnecessarily tired. If she met the right man, they could work together and he could relieve some of her burden. It would be a beneficial situation for her.

Yes, but those men are very difficult to replace, no, the assistant replied, with a jaded tone that betrayed her cynicism. For example, Miss Bennett's ex-husband. At first glance, you would think he was the perfect man, but the truth is that he is an absolute scumbag.

His colleague nodded in agreement. You're right about that...

Meanwhile, Alicia was so exhausted that she fell asleep during the car ride home. It was Caden's call that brought her out of her light slumber.

Hello, she said, her voice soft as she answered the phone. In an instant, all the tension in his body seemed to melt away. What's up

On his end, Caden was watching his interview that same day.

He had put on a loose red sweater that exuded warmth and friendliness, perfectly reflecting his personality. It was rare for her to dress so casually, and seeing her in that outfit stirred something deep within him.

Where are you, he asked in a low but firm voice.

I'm going back to the apartment. Do you want to come, Alicia answered, slightly moving the phone away from her ear to check its location. She realized she was already halfway to the hotel.

But she was too exhausted to think about moving another centimeter.

If I go, she said with a mocking tone in her voice. , “will you help me with the bathroom.”

There was a brief pause before Caden spoke. If you give me something in return, I might consider it.

No, I'm going to sleep right after the bath, Alicia replied firmly.

Ah, well. If you're not interested, I'm going back to the hotel, Caden said stubbornly, refusing to budge. They have good amenities there, anyway.

Alicia didn't bother to respond. Instead, he hung up the phone and spent the rest of the trip taking a nap.

As soon as he entered the hotel room, he discarded his clothes in a path that led to the bathroom and She got into the shower, letting the hot water wash away the tiredness of the day.

When she finally came out, feeling somewhat refreshed, she was greeted by an unexpected vision.

There he was -Caden-, lying on his bed, completely naked, with a serene expression as he rested his head on one hand and looked at her with maddening calm.

Alicia was speechless.

How the hell did she get in here

He shook his head. What a stupid question. Caden always knew how to get what he wanted, and this was no exception.

His legs, already weak from the long day, felt even heavier. Too tired to argue or try to kick him out, she walked over to the bed without a word, threw back the covers, and collapsed onto the mattress.

Caden opened his arms, and without hesitation, Alicia instinctively turned toward him, resting her head on his arm and letting herself be enveloped by his embrace.

She had her eyes half closed when she suddenly noticed that something firm was pressing on her lower abdomen.

Alicia stayed. freezing.

Wow, that's fast, he murmured, a mix of surprise and amusement in his voice.

I could hear you showering from here, Caden said nonchalantly. Naturally, my mind began to conjure up scenes in which you...

Stop talking, Alicia interrupted, moving closer to cover her mouth. I don't want to hear the rest.

Caden laughed softly, his lips brushing a kiss against the palm of her hand. Come on, he said playfully. He wants to greet you. You don't want to greet him and maybe… sit on him.

Alicia didn't even have the strength to roll her eyes. She just shook her head slightly, her eyelids growing heavy.

As sleep overcame her, she murmured something under her breath, but it was too faint for Caden to catch.

What was that? You said it was fine

Alicia muttered something unintelligible again.

Caden shifted on the bed, leaning closer. What did you say

Fuck you, Alicia replied, her voice suddenly loud and clear.

Caden let out a small gasp, looking at her with mock indignation.

Unfortunately for him, Alicia had already fallen into a deep, peaceful sleep.

He watched her for a moment, her steady breathing giving him a rare, deep sense of peace.

Alicia had been working tirelessly in her gallery for weeks, pouring all his energy in it. Caden had tried his best to be patient, but his longing for her only grew. He couldn't even remember the last time he'd had a decent night's sleep, which was why he found himself in his hotel in the middle of the night.

But now, seeing her so exhausted that she had passed out without having began to joke, he decided to hold back a little longer.

The hand that had slipped under her clothes slowly withdrew, and his determination prevailed over his desire.

Tomorrow drink the morning off, he whispered softly in her ear. I want to do some morning exercises with you.

Alicia's eyelids fluttered slightly, but did not open. His ears, however, turned a deep red as he instinctively snuggled closer to his chest.

Caden smiled weakly, his own exhaustion having finally overcome him. He fell into a peaceful sleep, the tension in his body easing as he held her.

But his rest was short-lived.

The shrill ring of his phone woke him up.

Dorian's angry voice echoed over the line. I entrusted Yolanda to you, and this is how you take care of her. My daughter is coughing up blood again. You better get your ass to the hospital right now.

Caden's face darkened, his expression grim. A heavy silence hung in the air for a moment before he wordlessly ended the call.

While getting dressed, Alicia woke up. Her vision was still blurred with sleep, but she could make out Caden leaving the room without even looking back.

Her heart sank.

For a moment, she thought he was still I was dreaming. He reached out to the space beside him, but found it cold and empty.

He realized it like a weight, and felt a hollow pain spread through his chest.< /p>

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