The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 578:

Caden stepped forward, introducing him.

“This is the captain of the criminal investigation team.

He will be escorting you to see Corey.”

The captain gave Alicia a polite nod, which she returned, then glanced at Caden, warmth blooming in her chest.

Since she and Caden had already gone over the details, she saw no need to exchange further words with Corey.

Before long, they obtained the chip.

Corey said cautiously, “I’ll release Blake once you’ve handled the matter.”

Alicia’s gaze lingered on him.

With a faint smile, Corey reassured her, “Don’t worry, Ms.

Bennett.

I have no intention of harming him.”

Without a hostage, he knew she could withdraw at any moment if needed.

So keeping Blake on hand could make negotiating easier.

Corey led her to the tech room to work on the chip.

Around others, Alicia was all business—strict and no-nonsense, like a damper on anyone looking for small talk.

It was Corey’s first glimpse of this side of her.

Her delicate features held more than mere beauty; her intense, focused gaze revealed a fervor for technology, exuding a quiet, composed confidence that was hard to ignore.

Corey’s gaze settled on Alicia, but she didn’t bother to look up.

“I don’t need your help with this.

Please leave.”

Corey let out a low chuckle.

“I bet you’re not this tough around Caden.”

Alicia raised an eyebrow, unimpressed.

“Does that question have anything to do with the problem I’m trying to solve today?”

Corey had seen her work enough to know that, around people she didn’t like, her temper was just as sharp as Caden’s.

With the chip taking center stage, Corey pushed aside his swirling thoughts and inquired, “You’re doing me a monumental favor.

What do you want in return?”

Alicia smiled as she replied, “Caden and I already discussed it.

Considering your situation, let’s just call it a goodwill gesture.”

Corey was rendered speechless.novelbin

As someone who had scaled the heights of success, he never batted an eye at giving things away.

However, being the subject of pity was a bitter pill to swallow, especially coming from a competitor.

Corey refused to accept the gifts.

“Spare me the charity.

Just tell me what you want.”

Before Alicia could respond, an urgent knock came at the door.

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