Chapter 891:
Lucilla was awake, propped up in bed despite her weakness.
“Ms. Bennett, Caden,” she greeted them.
Caden paused at the doorway, choosing not to enter. Lucilla eyed him, remembering his earlier words, and clenched her fists, her lip caught between her teeth.
He had promised her six hundred thousand if she could convincingly act the part of a damsel in distress, aiming to tug at Alicia’s heartstrings and advance his relationship with her.
This was new territory for Lucilla, but desperate to cut ties with her family and enticed by the money, she was determined to make it work.
Alicia stood near the window, speaking briefly about Lucilla’s condition.
Lucilla seemed to ignore her, clumsily getting out of bed and approaching Caden.
She dropped a bombshell. “Caden, I’m still a virgin. I’ve never been with anyone. I’m purer than the others. Would you consider that?”
Both Caden and Alicia were stunned.
Caden, visibly agitated, blurted out, “Have you lost your senses?”
Alicia watched the unfolding scene, a slight smile playing on her lips.
As Caden stepped toward Alicia, Lucilla seized his arm. “Caden, we aren’t related by blood, so what’s the issue? I promise it’ll be our secret. Just lend me the money, and I’ll do whatever you ask!”
Caden pulled away sharply, leaving Lucilla reeling but quickly signaling that she hadn’t meant her desperate plea.
Caden caught Lucilla’s cue, his expression softening. He looked towards Alicia. “My girlfriend is right here. Is it really appropriate to say things like that?”
Lucilla, realizing he was going along with the act, played her part further. “Are you and Ms. Bennett an item?”
Caden remained silent, giving Alicia the floor.
Alicia observed the exchange with a neutral expression. Just as she was about to respond, Caden cut in and said, “Yes, we’re together. In fact, we’re getting married this year.”
Alicia was taken aback.
Lucilla appeared troubled, biting her lip. “I’m sorry, I wasn’t aware of that.”
Caden paid her no attention, walking over to take Alicia’s hand.
Undeterred, Lucilla asked, “If things don’t work out, would I have a chance?”
The sound of the door closing was the only reply she received. Alicia glanced at their interlocked fingers, silently accompanying him.
In the elevator, Caden let out a sigh of irritation. “What a nuisance.”
Alicia laughed.
Caden stroked the back of her hand. “What’s so funny?”
With a playful tone, Alicia said, “Mr. Ward, not only are your flirtations lacking, but your acting leaves much to be desired.”noveldrama
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