The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1251:

Merrick hinted at thoughts of someone else.

“Is your heart already set on someone?” he asked.

Laney didn’t hesitate and nodded.

Merrick chuckled, his curiosity piqued.

“No wonder,” he said, pulling her gently into his arms.

“Don’t catch a cold, little swan.”

Cliff had yet to finalize a date for his engagement to Juliet, leaving her increasingly anxious. The delay wasn’t just about the wedding—it also stalled the tunnel project Cliff had promised her.

Each time Juliet tried to discuss it with Cliff, he brushed her off, claiming to be busy. The excuses were endless.

Adding to Juliet’s frustration, Orlando was growing impatient.

“Juliet, we can’t delay the tunnel project any longer. If we do, the truth will eventually come out.”

Juliet’s face tightened.

“Why? Hasn’t the person who attacked me been silenced?”

Cliff sighed.noveldrama

“For now, yes. But who knows if there are others who know about it?”

The previous tunnel collapse had been disastrous, with multiple casualties. Although they’d spent heavily to cover up the truth and silence those involved, the risk of exposure remained.

Juliet’s determination to marry into the Hopkins family wasn’t just about status—it was about protection. If the truth ever surfaced, she needed the Hopkins name to shield her. But with the engagement in limbo, she and her father were on edge.

“Do you think Cliff is having second thoughts about marrying you?” Orlando asked.

Juliet answered sharply, “No, his parents adore me. This is just a formality. There’s no reason for him to back out.”

Despite her words, Juliet suspected Laney was the issue.

The last time Kira suggested a risky plan to deal with Laney, Juliet had dismissed it. Now, it seemed like there was no other option.

After reassuring Orlando, Juliet visited Kira for help.

Kira, eager to support her sister, readily agreed.

“Don’t worry, Juliet. I’ll make sure that bitch is ruined. She’ll never come near the Hopkins family again.”

Later that evening, Juliet visited Cliff at his office, hoping to discuss the engagement once more. However, his answer remained unchanged. Cliff, seated at his desk, appeared preoccupied with a file. As Juliet approached, she noticed the cover bore the Acosta family’s name.

“Is the Acosta family transferring leadership to their son?” Juliet asked curiously.

Cliff didn’t look up.

“No.”

“Then why are you reviewing their file?” Juliet pressed, noting its thickness. He had clearly gone into great detail.

Cliff frowned, his patience wearing thin.

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