Chapter: 122

She offered no resistance.

Alicia pressed her lips together, bowed her head, and fell silent, her expression taut.

It appeared that she had surrendered.

Joshua had not anticipated it would be this simple, but then again, it made sense.

After all, deep down, she still loved him.

Her earlier aloofness had merely been a facade.

He fastened her seatbelt. "My dad's out of the hospital and recuperating at Yates Mansion. I will take you there to stay for a bit. Your safety will be guaranteed, and you can help take care of him."

Alicia tightened her grip.

After a brief pause, she replied, "I will let you know my decision by tomorrow."

Joshua smiled, clearly pleased. “Alright.”

Alicia reclined in her seat and closed her eyes.

Joshua studied her profile and inquired, “What was Caden doing at the station? Are you two on good terms?"

Alicia responded casually, "You can just ask him."

Joshua's expression soured.

Since learning that all the money he had poured into various ventures had ended up benefiting Caden, his resentment toward him had only intensified.

He wanted nothing to do with Caden.

He turned the ignition and started the car.

“Keep your distance from him."

In a nearby black car, Caden pulled his gaze away, snuffing out his cigarette.

"Drive." He commanded Hank.

Hank noted Caden's indifferent demeanor and remarked, “I watched the whole thing. It did not seem like Ms. Bennett went with Mr. Yates willingly."

Caden remained unresponsive. "And your point is?"

Hank chose to remain quiet.

He found himself at a loss for words.

Despite the situation, Alicia and Caden were not romantically involved.

His intention had been to facilitate Ciara's wishes.

But relationships could not be manufactured.

Hank shifted into gear. "Mr. Ward, are we going home?"

Caden's tone was detached. "No, we are heading to the office."

If he returned home, sleep would elude him regardless.