The Ugly Wife’s Stunning Comeback novel Chapter 172

Felicia knew she was heading to Autumnridge for work, and since their train schedules lined up, Heather insisted she wait so she could take the charm with her. So Felicia found herself standing at the station exit, checking her phone and glancing at the crowd.

Ten minutes passed before Heather texted to say she was off the train. A few more minutes went by, and as Felicia looked up, she spotted the last person she wanted to run into.

Max.

He wore a plain white t-shirt that fit just right, showing off the definition in his arms. One hand was in his pocket, his black pants perfectly tailored over long, straight legs. An expensive watch caught the light on his wrist. He had on dark sunglasses, and only the lower half of his face was visible—sharp jaw, good-looking, and completely unreadable. He had that cool, distant vibe that warned people to keep their distance.

He walked forward with calm, confident steps.

Felicia rolled her eyes, unable to help herself, and looked away. She tried to act like he didn't even exist, but she could feel his gaze settle on her anyway.

Right then, Heather appeared, pushing a suitcase with Yara perched on top.

Felicia hurried over.

“Hi!” Yara shouted, his face lighting up.

Max, who had been striding forward without a second thought, actually paused when he heard Yara call out.

Felicia scooped Yara into her arms and pressed a kiss to her cheek. It had been way too long since she’d seen her goddaughter.

“Did you miss me?” Felicia asked.

“Of course I did! But Mom says you’re always super busy every day,” Yara replied, her eyes wide and sincere.

“I’ll make it up to you. Once I’m done with work, I’ll spend tons of time with you. Deal?”

“Deal!”

Heather handed Felicia two charms, one for luck and one for safety. “These will make sure your meeting goes smoothly.”

“He says he’s got it in the bag.”

“Good. I’ll wait for his update.”

The train left right on time at two. The trip took two hours, and by four in the afternoon, Felicia arrived at Autumnridge. A business car was already there, waiting.

Roen Capital had a branch office nearby. Felicia and her assistant went straight there. The temporary office was ready for her.

She took a few moments to get settled, then called a meeting. On her way over, she’d already reached out to Peter, the branch manager.

But when the meeting was supposed to start, she realized Jett and Grady were nowhere to be seen, and even Peter was missing.

Felicia knew exactly what kind of game they were playing.