The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback
Chapter 65

Chapter 65:

In the study, Jerald's anger was palpable.

After composing himself, he had reviewed the financial reports of the Yates Group and discovered that Joshua had secretly embezzled a significant amount of money. Joshua immediately apologized, explaining where the funds had gone.

However, when Jerald learned that Caden was involved in the scheme, his fury erupted.

Caden, You've spent years with the Ward family. I could ignore the fact that you have brought me nothing, but come back here and plot against your own brother. How could you have fallen so low?

Caden, long accustomed to Jerald's constant favoritism towards Joshua, He remained unperturbed.

With an indifferent expression, he replied: So you made me come here for this nonsense. I'm not interested. He turned to leave, but Joshua quickly blocked his way.

The two looked at each other in a tense confrontation.

Caden, Joshua said, gaining confidence from Jerald's presence. . Dad is right. We're family, and what you did went too far.

Caden smirked, his gaze cold. I didn't do anything. You handed over the money voluntarily.

Joshua's voice tightened. You knew about my relationship with Lilliana and used it to set me up, right.

When you asked me for help, your tone was very different, Caden replied, his words tinged with mockery. Joshua's expression changed as he realized how they had played with him.

Enough! Jerald shouted, wearing out his patience. Caden, return the money and we'll forget this ever happened!

Caden's smile still lacked warmth. Are you satisfied with that small amount, he asked mockingly. Why don't I hand over the entire Ward family already?

Seething with anger at Caden's challenge, Jerald searched for something on the desk to throw.

Caden didn't flinch.

She knew Jerald too well: lots of threats, but never any real consequences.

Jerald had risen to his position through his marriage, relying on strength to control those he trusted. they surrounded. But he lacked the true power to harm anyone.

Even in his rage, Jerald understood one thing clearly: Caden was not just his son. He was the first-born grandson of the powerful Ward family, their pride and joy.

Caden didn't even blink, his icy gaze mocking Jerald directly.

Jerald, enraged, turned crimson. in anger and began to throw everything he could grab.

Outside, thunder rumbled, mixing with Jerald's furious screams. Bastard! You're as problematic as your mother!

Alicia's heart raced as she heard the muffled chaos. He headed towards the door of the study, his pulse racing. Just as he reached it, a loud crash rang out: something had broken.

Without thinking, he pushed the door and entered.

Jerald was in the middle of a movement, picking up another object, about to throw it at Caden.

Alicia, acting on impulse, rushed forward. Jerald! she screamed.

But Jerald, blinded by rage, threw the object at her.

Alicia did not expect him to lose control so completely. She instinctively raised her arms to protect her face, bracing herself for impact.

A gust of wind brushed against her. He smelled a familiar smell, and when he opened his eyes, he was met with Caden's shadowed face. Her gaze fell on his shoulder, where his shirt had torn, revealing a wound. Blood seeped through the fabric. He froze, his first instinct was to help him, but with Joshua watching, he held back.

The depth of the wound was unclear, but Caden's expression was still stone cold, showing no pain. His presence gave off an icy aura that sent a chill through the room. Joshua noticed it too.

His eyes blinked uneasily as he approached Jerald.

Dad, stop throwing things, he said, grabbing Jerald's arm. His eyes moved between Caden and Alicia. Caden is hurt.

Joshua looked meaningfully at Alicia.

Aware of his gaze, Alicia remained perfectly still, her face pale but her emotions hidden.

In front of her, Caden's chest rose and fell, muscles taut, veins bulging beneath the skin.

Alicia could feel the restraint in him. I could see how hard he was holding back. After a tense pause, Caden turned and left the office without a word. As the door closed behind him, Jerald let out a shaky breath, muttering bitterly: Son of a bitch, daring to confront me like this, thinking he's free now!

Joshua calmed Jerald down, guiding him to sit before turning his attention to Alicia. Are you hurt, he asked her softly.

Before he could ask anything else, she spoke, her voice shaking. I thought Jerald was going to hurt you, so I intervened.

Joshua had seen her love for him in the past, so he didn't question her sincerity.

He let out a thoughtful hum. I didn't expect Caden to take that hit for you. It confirms what I've been thinking.

Alicia thought about Caden's injury and frowned. Avoiding Joshua's gaze, she murmured, "I'm going to clean the study."

No need, Joshua said, gently taking her hand and giving it a reassuring pat. Let Georgia take care of it. He looked towards the door. Go help in the kitchen. I have to talk to Dad.

Alicia nodded absently and walked away, her thoughts elsewhere.

As she left, Jerald, still catching his breath, grumbled: You two You're divorced, so why does everything between you still seem so unresolved?

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