COMEBACK OF THE REJECTED WIFE. 의 모든 챕터: 챕터 151 - 챕터 160

~ ANNIKA ~ "Huh? There's nothing in the kitchen? Why didn't you tell me that earlier?" I ran my fingers through my hair, feeling the frustration seeping into my bones steadily."You never asked." Jonathan stood up, his movements fluid and effortless, and said, "Let's go get groceries." His eyes sparkled with a hint of excitement, illuminating his face and making him look years younger. "I could use some fresh air," he added.I hesitated, unsure if I was ready to face the outside world, but he was already heading to the door, grabbing his keys and wallet as he went. "Come on," he called.I followed, feeling the warm sun envelop me like a gentle hug as we stepped outside. The brightness was almost blinding, but Jonathan's hand found mine, his fingers intertwining with mine in a reassuring gesture.We walked hand in hand to the grocery store. The streets were quiet, the only sound was the rustling of leaves and the distant hum of cars."There's nothing more calming than takin

~ ANNIKA ~"I didn't know how much the kids are getting affected by my choice," I said, breaking the silence between us as I glanced at him.Jonathan stopped what he was doing to look at me. He looked surprised by my words. He was not expecting me to say anything. I bet he thought we would complete the task in silence because I didn't want to chat with him."What made you think so?" His question made it seem like he was walking on eggshells."Pippa made me promise not to leave again. They thought I would leave should they turn their backs. It was sad listening to my baby. I didn't know they would be affected by my actions."Jonathan stopped what he was doing to focus on me.There was a small smile on his lips as he looked at me. "I didn't want to tell you about it, so you wouldn't feel I was burdening you.The separation is affecting the kids, Pippa mostly. She once told Powell that you abandoned them because they always demanded things.Didn't you notice they stopped as

~ ANGELO ~I raised an eyebrow at that. "Then why did Annika suspect you? If you are not the one, why are you trying to get the suspicion off you? Don't you think it will only make us doubt you more? Telling me you know nothing about this proves you are the one."How else did she know we were suspecting her if she wasn't the one behind everything happening?Lissa's expression turned guarded. "That's complicated. But I assure you, Angelo, I'm not the one threatening your family. I don't have any interest in you anymore." She reached out to place her hand on mine, but I took my hand back, glaring. "You don't have to look at me like I'm the bad person when I'm not. There's someone else doing all this. I'm innocent. The only thing I did was try to hurt Annika five years ago, that's all."I studied her, searching for any sign of deception. "Who is, then?""Well..." Her eyes darted around the coffee shop before focusing on me. She leaned forward as if afraid the walls might

~ LISSA ~Now, all we have to do is relax and watch everything unfold," Zoey said with a smile, her eyes crinkling at the sides as she relaxed on the couch. "God, I never thought working with someone could be so draining. I'm used to acting alone, you know?"I didn't respond. Instead, I sat on the couch opposite the one she was resting on, crossing my legs. I wanted an out from this, but I know I'd gone deep into this to extricate myself. Don't get me wrong there, darling, I'm still serious about my plot for revenge, to get Angelo back.What I needed to call quits was working with her."Have Angelo called you?" She asked, breaking the silence between us while trying to catch my attention. She didn't bother repeating her earlier question because she knew I wouldn't respond to that."Not at all."I'd kept my phone next to me all day, expecting a call from him, but I got nothing. He hasn't reached out to me since I contacted him two days ago to talk about his plans."Did you sen

~ LISSA ~Like always, she looked cool, with that 'I couldn't care less' expression on her face as she watched me. She didn't look stressed. I was the only one among us feeling like I'd aged since we met."I received the video," he said, his tone neutral. "I have to admit, I'm intrigued."I exchanged a glance with Zoey, who nodded encouragingly. "What do you think?" I asked, feigning nonchalance. I kept my expression neutral, so he wouldn't pick up on my emotions, opting to sound like Zoey."I think Jonathan's involved, just like you said," Angelo replied. "But I need more proof. Annika won't believe me with just this video of him talking to the hooded men. I need something more. Something concrete enough."Zoey mouthed "good" and gave a thumbs-up, encouraging me. She uncrossed her legs, still focused on me. However, this time, I could see a crack in her otherwise stoic face. She seemed excited. Like a kid who got promised a car. Her eyes sparkled."I can get you more inf