The Ugly Wife’s Stunning Comeback (Felicia and Max) novel Chapter 529

“But Heather’s ex-husband is still in the Capital, right?”

Heather had been the one to tell Greg about Trey. She didn’t want him to get the wrong idea or think she was still hung up on her ex. Things had been easy enough before Trey showed up, but now Heather couldn’t help but worry. Would Greg be bothered by the fact that she was divorced and raising a kid on her own? The nerves had her texting Felicia nonstop. It was Felicia who finally suggested she just be up front and tell Greg about Trey coming to the Capital.

Greg was always busy with work. Most of the time, Heather had to be the one to reach out, but he always replied as soon as he saw her messages. The night before she was supposed to fly back to Northwick with Yara, they had dinner together. Greg’s attitude was completely chill, not a hint of judgment or awkwardness, and that was the first time Heather felt like she could finally relax.

“I’m not really sure,” she said.

Greg nodded and didn’t press her for more.

Felicia hugged a pillow, looking a little worried. “Still, the way Trey’s acting, it doesn’t seem like he’s over Heather.”

Trey and Holden were both a little unhinged. Felicia honestly worried about what Trey might do if he ever found out Heather liked someone else.

“Even if he isn’t over her, they’re divorced. He can’t force Heather back into anything. Plus, Heather has Jeremy there. I don’t think Trey would dare pull any crazy moves.”

“Yeah, you’re right.”

It was around eight when Max showed up at the villa. Felicia let him know she had plans that night. Max didn’t ask questions, just told her, “Don’t stay out too late.” Then he left with Anne.

As their car pulled out of the neighborhood, Luke’s car pulled in.

Felicia didn’t get home to Oakridge Estate until after midnight. The living room lights were still on. Max was on the sofa, watching TV. When he saw her, he stood up and walked over.

“You’re back. Are you hungry? Want something to eat?”

“I’m not hungry,” Felicia said.

He nodded. “It’s late. Go get ready for bed.”

The next morning, Anne was up early, excited for the first day of the new year. She couldn’t wait to wear her special outfit. The custom New Year’s dress Max had ordered for her had arrived the day before, and he’d even gotten Felicia a matching one in the same color.

Felicia had no idea he’d planned all this. When the stylist and makeup artist showed up at eight, she looked at Max, surprised.

Max just smiled. “First day of the year. We should celebrate it properly.”

Anne grinned. “Mommy has to be the prettiest today!”

“Go change. I’ll help Anne get ready,” Max said.

Felicia didn’t argue.

Outside the West Hill Residence, a Bentley was parked early in the morning. Darin’s father had called yesterday, asking him to come over for a meal. Darin had woken up early, couldn’t get back to sleep, so he just drove over.