Chapter 878:
At the time, she hadn’t given it much thought.
Now, touching her chin and studying Caden’s troubled expression, she ventured, “If my guess is right, this really strikes a chord with you, doesn’t it, Mr. Ward?”
Caden remained silent.
Alicia, with a hint of disdain, added, “It seems Yvonne still has her allure.”noveldrama
Caden’s eye twitched as he fought to control his temper. People had commented on his maturity over the past two years, a change he hadn’t fully acknowledged until now. Had Alicia acted this way in the past, they might have already been arguing fiercely.
Taking her hand, he calmly inquired, “Did Yvonne behave oddly today?”
Given Yvonne’s character, despite her financial woes, stealing was unlikely, and causing drama was more her style.
Alicia paused to think.
“Before dinner, she suddenly offered me a bracelet. Is there something special about it?”
“Which bracelet?” Caden asked.
“The one Benedict bought her when they married.”
Caden recalled the bracelet.
It was not just expensive but also a rare token from Benedict, one that Yvonne had flaunted in the past. Given its potential increase in value and Yvonne’s financial difficulties, why would she offer it to Alicia? That seemed too absurd.
Suspecting a ploy, Caden turned to Alicia, his expression softening. “Wait for me in the living room. I’ll go check the bedroom to confirm my suspicion.”
Alicia harbored the same suspicion and nodded in agreement.
In the living room, Yvonne and Ciara were absorbed in the television. Alicia caught Yvonne’s eye briefly.
Despite the circumstances, Yvonne continued to exude a calm and virtuous presence, with no hint of trouble. Ciara beckoned Alicia to sit beside her and whispered, “Have you and Caden made up?”
Alicia blinked, considering their situation. It wasn’t exactly a reconciliation. She shook her head and replied, “We just watched the birthday fireworks Caden organized for Ray.”
Even as she spoke, a nervous flutter touched her heart.
Ciara’s face fell slightly. “Oh, I got my hopes up for nothing. Ray mentioned you two kissed, and I thought it might be true.”
Embarrassed, Alicia forced a laugh, her cheeks warming, her gaze shifting back to the TV.
That night, Alicia stayed in the guest room at Joy Mansion. Once the house had settled into silence, she received a message from Caden: “I know what Yvonne is plotting.” Unable to sleep, Alicia quickly responded, “What is she planning?”
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