Chapter 934:

Alicia shot Gerry a complex look.

Cliff nudged Gerry, signaling him to quiet down, and then offered an explanation. “Don’t take it the wrong way. He’s just been out of sorts worrying about Ciara’s health.”

Alicia remained quiet.

After the so-called surgery, Ciara was sent back to Joy Mansion to recuperate, surrounded by a medical team familiar with her condition.

Alicia, having finished her work in the evening, came to see Ciara.

Surprised to see Caden answer the door, Alicia said, “You got discharged too?”

Caden, now in casual attire that softened his sharp features, responded indifferently, “It doesn’t matter where I rest.”

He offered her slippers. “Have you eaten?”

Alicia nodded, her thoughts on Ciara. “How is Ciara?”

“She just took a nap. You can see her later,” Caden replied.

Alicia spent over half an hour upstairs in Ciara’s room, and when she returned, her expression was laden with worry. She sat on the sofa, dazed, her eyes slightly reddened.noveldrama

Caden, observant as ever, noticed her distressed look and realized that Ciara had unsettled Alicia once again.

Caden went to Ciara’s room. “Choose your words carefully around Alicia,” he said earnestly. “She’s sensitive and knows how much you care about me. If she’s constantly worried about your health, it really affects her mood.”

Ciara responded, “I didn’t say much and just told her not to worry.” Remembering the look of distress on Alicia’s face, she felt a twinge of unease. “Perhaps my performance was too convincing. She quietly wiped her tears for a long time. She’s staying here tonight, so make sure to comfort her.”

“Did she agree to stay?” Caden inquired.

“I asked her to stay and keep me company. Isn’t that why I pretended to be ill? To give you two a chance to grow closer,” Ciara said. “It may not be the most honorable method, but it’s effective.”

Looking at Caden, Ciara felt a sense of satisfaction. She had seen Caden face many challenges and make mistakes, yet he had matured into a commendable person—healthy and willing to settle down.

“As your elder, I have no regrets in this life,” Ciara continued, her voice softening. “Caden, I didn’t mean to alarm you with my act. I’m over eighty now and know I won’t be around forever. I just want to see you and Alicia married, to know you’ve found happiness.”

Caden’s heart ached, his voice rough. “Don’t talk like that. You’ll be with us for many years to come.”

Just then, there was a knock on the door.

Ciara quickly wiped her eyes and lay back down.

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