Chapter 1101:
It was a casual remark from Monica earlier, and noticing Alicia’s concerned expression, Monica quickly added, “Alicia, I definitely think Caden won’t cheat on you.”
Alicia patted Monica’s hand. “I’m not overthinking it, but you remind me of something.”
Facing her friend, Alicia opened up. “He might be working on a new project at the company and doesn’t want me to know about it.” Alicia figured if she wasn’t privy to the details, the project likely involved considerable risk and demanded significant sacrifices from Caden. Caden was a thrill-seeker, always drawn to challenging and stimulating ventures.
With these thoughts, Alicia lost interest in continuing their shopping spree. After picking up some baby products, she was ready to part ways with Monica.
Monica reminded her, “Remember to go to the hospital tomorrow to check on your insomnia. Give me the report, and I’ll get you some medicine.”
“Okay.”
Alicia then drove to the Blizzard Group headquarters. Caden had mentioned on the phone that he would be working late, but the office lights were off. Even Hank, his assistant, wasn’t there. What could the CEO be busy with if even his assistant was absent? Something didn’t add up.
After confirming her suspicions, Alicia sat in Caden’s office chair and dialed his number.
“Who’s this?” Caden sounded somewhat tired.
Feeling a pang of sympathy for him but unable to quell her curiosity, she asked, “Are you working late?”
Caden’s tone became lighter. “Why are you calling me from the home phone? I just finished a meeting.”
Alicia’s sympathy evaporated. He was still lying to her! Was Caden secretly developing a nuclear weapon? Planning for robots to take over the world? She asked further, “Are you in the office now? I made you something to eat and thought I’d bring it over.”
“Sure. I just wrapped up. I’ll have Hank come get you.”
Alicia let out a cold laugh. “Just kidding, I’m actually right behind you.”
Caden was speechless.
Alicia added, “Take a good look at whose number this is.”
Caden glanced at his phone, and, already exhausted, felt a jolt of tension. It was his office phone number. Alicia’s voice turned icy. “We’ve been married for just a year, and you’re already playing games with me?”
Caden rubbed his temples, realizing he couldn’t keep it hidden any longer. “Wait for me in the office. I’ll explain everything,” he said.
Alicia asked coolly, “How many people are you bringing back with you?”
Caden sensed her sarcasm and his temples throbbed. “I haven’t found any women. I’m coming back alone.”
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