The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback
Chapter 39

Chapter 39:

His secretary informed him that Alicia had not been there. Joshua's expression darkened.

Despite the great scandal, Alice remained remarkably calm.

Still, how long could she maintain her composure

Keep an eye on her up close. Don't let anyone assist her, Joshua ordered.

After the call, a car pulled into the driveway.

The vehicle hadn't even stopped when she rolled down the window. A middle-aged woman with curly hair smiled warmly and called: Joshua.

Joshua immediately stepped forward and opened the car door.

Mother, what brings you here, he asked .

The woman, Shelia Yates - Joshua's mother - wore an elegant traditional short-sleeved dress. A slight smile illuminated his well-groomed face, giving him a radiant appearance.

He lifted a container of food. I myself have prepared a nutritious soup for Lilliana.

Joshua kept a neutral expression. There is no need for you to go out of your way. Lilliana and I are not officially married yet. Besides, the Green family has everything she needs.

She didn't seem bothered by it.

If I'm nice to Lilliana, she'll be nice to you. I don't lose anything. She looked at him with concern. You look exhausted, Joshua. You haven't rested well lately

Joshua didn't think anything of it. That's how things are. Nothing unusual.

This doesn't compare to what you had to deal with two years ago, Shelia commented. Back then, your father underestimated you. You built everything from scratch, working tirelessly day and night. However, I have never seen you so exhausted.

Her words left Joshua momentarily lost in thought.

Two years ago, he had nothing and worked even harder than now. But every night he came home, Alicia was there to ease his worries and fatigue.

Despite the greater value Lilliana brought to his life, Joshua didn't feel any happier.

< p>He wondered why he was missing the joy he had longed for.

Weary thoughts and tangled memories filled his mind, leaving him even more exhausted.

Joshua couldn't remember the last time. that a genuine smile crossed his face.

Come in, mom. I have things to do, he said quietly.

Shelia felt a pang of worry. Come back soon. I have cooked a lot of nutritious soup. You should have some too.

Lilliana was polite to Shelia, her soon-to-be mother-in-law.

However, when she saw the soup, a wave of pregnancy-induced nausea It made him wrinkle his nose in disgust.

Shelia watched his strong reaction. Something's wrong with you, Lilliana. You don't like it, she asked.

Forcing a smile, Lilliana replied: No, I just ate and I don't have an appetite. Leave it here. I'll drink it later.

Shelia continued to insist, refusing to let the matter go. He poured the soup into a bowl and gave it to Lilliana. Lilliana, I've been simmering this for hours. Try it, please. It's your first pregnancy and you may not know everything. Don't be picky. Feed your body so that the baby grows healthy.

Irritation welled up inside Lilliana.

Shelia ignored her previous words and openly mentioned the baby, treating her as a mere vessel for the birth With a heavier tone, Lilliana pushed the bowl away. I said I'll drink it later.

Shelia stopped dead. She was an experienced woman and she could tell that Lilliana was angry.

Lilliana had a high status, and Shelia had to put up with it, even if she felt wronged. He gently placed the bowl on the floor. Very well, remember to ask the maid to warm him up later.

Lilliana did not appreciate Shelia's concern.

Shelia was Joshua's mother, but she came from a humble environment. Jerald had an affair during their marriage, got Shelia pregnant and brought her into the family home. It was rumored that Jerald and Shelia had met at a nightclub.

Lilliana closed her eyes. I'm tired, Shelia. You should go, she said.

Shelia didn't want to bother her anymore.

If you want to eat something, tell me. I can prepare it for you, he offered.

No need. I have a maid here, Lilliana replied.

Shelia wondered if Lilliana was subtly insulting her, implying that she was nothing more than a maid. Without saying anything else, Shelia turned around and left.

Later, Joshua returned home. He watched as the maid took out the food container and emptied its contents into the dog's bowl.

He frowned.

Looking closer, he realized it was the dog. container that Shelia had brought earlier.

The maid seemed surprised to see him and greeted him awkwardly: Mr. Yates.

Joshua maintained a stern expression. Who ordered her to give this to the dog, she asked.

The maid was afraid he would blame her. He explained: Miss Green said she can't eat greasy food. It would be ruined if he left it outside….

Anger took hold of Joshua and he clenched his fists. During the two years of his marriage to Alicia, he always went out of his way to cook for Shelia.

Shelia never accepted those gestures, not even once. Now, Lilliana was refusing Shelia's soup, and the pet dog was eating it.

Her frustration reached a breaking point and she kicked the dog away.

She pointed at the bowl on the floor. You drink it, he ordered.

The maid opened her eyes in horror. He shook his head frantically. Mr. Yates, I can't!

Drink it or you can leave, he demanded. Make your choice.

Feeling humiliated by her treatment, the maid decided to complain directly to Lilliana.

Lilliana listened, but showed no interest in the maid's concerns.

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He approached Joshua with a smile. You are worried about something. You promised when you declared yourself that you would love me even if I was unreasonable. I didn't like the soup, so I threw it away. Some problem

Joshua put the pie down, struggling to control his growing anger.

My mother worked really hard to make that soup, he said.

It's just a bowl of soup, Lilliana replied disdainfully. If you're that worried, I'll have someone buy another one and return it to her.

Joshua looked at her, feeling his frustration intensify.

Lilliana's affection for Joshua depended entirely on her mood. When she was happy, she treated him kindly; when she was upset, she considered him disposable. His arrogance came from this capricious behavior.

Joshua stared at her, struggling to control the anger rising inside him. He reached out and gently touched her cheek.

It's okay, he said in a flat voice. If you don't want it, I'll ask my mother not to send you anything again.

Lilliana was happy after that.

Shortly after, her agent called with worrying news. Someone is suppressing the trending topic about Alicia, the agent informed her.

Who is doing it, Lilliana asked, with annoyance in her voice.

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