Chapter 873:
Alicia stayed out of the family drama. She had returned with Ciara to seek clarity on something that puzzled her.
“Ciara, did something happen to Caden the day I left, two years ago?”
Blake’s words were left unfinished, and Alicia had tried to investigate, but there was little information about Caden from that time. It was clear that he had deliberately hidden it.
Ciara, taken aback by the question, responded hopefully, “Alicia, do you still hold a grudge against Caden?”
Alicia offered a gentle smile. If she truly resented him, why would she delve into his past or reenter his life?noveldrama
Ciara sighed. “Back then…” She began reminiscing about the past when Caden was critically ill and dependent on medication.
She had been distraught with worry. Yet, Caden had chosen secrecy for his reasons. With tears welling up, Ciara said, “Alicia, if Caden decides to share with you, that’s for the best. I shouldn’t meddle in your relationship.”
She added, guilt-ridden, “It’s my fault, really. I taught him how to succeed but not how to love.”
Alicia felt a pang of sadness and shook her head. After making sure Ciara was asleep, Alicia stepped outside and saw Lucilla loitering by the study door. He always stayed near Caden.
Inside, Caden was likely overwhelmed with work, too busy to spare a moment.
Alicia hesitated at the study door, contemplating whether to enter, when Lucilla appeared, carrying snacks and coffee.
Upon noticing Alicia, Lucilla hesitated but then quietly entered the study. Alicia raised an eyebrow. Clearly, Yvonne’s intentions extended beyond financial aid; she was also maneuvering to win Caden’s favor.
Lucilla exited the room after only a minute, her eyes visibly red. Soon after, Caden appeared with a plate of snacks, tossing pieces to Cade one by one.
Out of the corner of his eye, he spotted Alicia and nudged Cade gently with his foot.
Upon seeing Alicia, Cade fixated his gaze on her, his tail wagging furiously.
Alicia approached and affectionately ruffled Cade’s head. “You’re quite popular, aren’t you?”
Caden, having known her so long, understood the subtext.
“I didn’t accept it. That’s why all the snacks are for the dog,” he quipped, dropping another piece. Cade caught it eagerly, munching with delight.
Caden flashed a smile at Alicia. “Jealous?”
Alicia’s face remained stoic. “I saw her go into your study. What do you think?”
Caden’s smile waned.
She really could keep her composure. If the roles were reversed, and he had seen someone cozying up to her, that person would be shown the door instantly.
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