Chapter 346:
Just as she switched off her phone, an unsettling sensation washed over her, causing a shiver to creep down her spine.
Whipping around, she spotted a car pulling up alongside her.
The window slid down, revealing Caden’s profile.
A startled gasp escaped her lips.
“Mr.
Ward… I was under the impression you were away on business.
When did you return?”
Caden’s eyes were icy, devoid of warmth.
“What gathering are you talking about?”
The assistant’s mind raced, caught completely off guard.
She stumbled over her words.
“I… I’m not sure…”
Caden’s expression shifted, darkening as a storm brewed in his eyes.
Without another word, he spun the steering wheel and sped off toward Alicia’s company.
Alicia had no idea that Caden was back.
After their heated argument, they had almost completely cut ties.
But when Alicia attended the social gathering, she couldn’t resist sharing a post on social media.
Gerry saw it, snapped a screenshot, and immediately sent it to Caden, asking if Alicia was no longer allergic to alcohol.
Caden didn’t reply, but the moment he saw the post, his chest tightened.
By that afternoon, he was already speeding back.
The gallery had long since stabilized, and Alicia’s reputation preceded her—everyone knew she couldn’t drink.
It had been ages since she had even touched a drop of alcohol.
But tonight? She drank as if she had nothing to lose.
What kind of event—or what kind of client—was she willing to risk it all for?
As Caden drove, his knuckles whitened on the steering wheel, his jaw clenched tight.
Meanwhile, Alicia staggered drunkenly back into the company building.
It was late, and the place was quiet—most of the employees had already gone home.
Seizing the rare opportunity, Shelia trailed closely behind, her gaze sharper than ever.
Alicia entered her office, where Ciara was waiting.
“She’s here,” Alicia whispered conspiratorially.
“Is everything ready?”
Ciara nodded slowly.
Alicia continued, “In a minute, I’ll cut the power to the building.
If you’re scared of the dark, there’s a nightlight in my lounge.”
Ciara took her hand and gave it a reassuring squeeze.
“I’ve seen worse, trust me.
I’ll stay right here and watch your back.”
Alicia’s lips curved into a small smile.
Moments later, there was a knock at the door.
After giving Alicia one last meaningful look, Ciara hid in the lounge, leaving Alicia alone at her desk.
Alicia got into position, resting her head on her hand, eyelids fluttering shut as she called out, “Come in.”
Shelia opened the door, her eyes flashing maliciously when she saw Alicia slumped over her desk, seemingly dozing off.
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