Chapter: 129

“Who are you planning to send it to?" Alicia asked, her anxiety mounting.

If it were Gerry, it wouldn't have been an issue, but Caden's answer was, "Joshua."

Shock hit Alicia, her heart racing.

This could sabotage everything!

She considered grabbing the phone but remembered a previous incident in the office and controlled herself.

"Then do what you think is best. Rumors about us won't hurt me,"

Alicia said, forcing a smile. “Being linked to Mr. Ward could actually work in my favor."

Caden thought back to the previous evening and cracked a smile.

"Really?"

With a flick, he locked his phone and casually remarked, “It's sent."

Alicia's smile wavered, and she clenched her teeth. "Be sure to let me know his response. I'm quite curious."

“WiLL do," Caden confirmed.

Choosing silence, Alicia turned away.

Hank caught a glimpse of Caden's expression-a mix of amusement and irritation.

He had never witnessed such a juvenile side to Caden.

Caden always became more talkative around Alicia, as if each meeting were a celebration.

The car then fell quiet until Alicia's phone interrupted the silence.

Answering in a gentler tone, Alicia spoke. "Monica, what's going on?"

Monica's voice came through, expressing dissatisfaction. “The outfit you chose isn't working, Alicia. It's too plain and won't achieve the effect we need."

Alicia, cautious that Caden might hear, edged closer to the car door.

In a hushed tone, she confided, “The outfits you suggested are a bit too bold for me to wear publicly.”

Monica responded, "They show just a little neck and leg, and they're only slightly shorter than your usual style. Didn't you once say bolder is better?"

Under her breath, Alicia admitted, "Yet, I'm hesitant to display that much to him."

Monica chuckled and replied, “Alright, I'll leave it be." Then added, “Really, your face alone is enough."

Alicia brightened. "I've also got another strategy in mind."

“Oh? What's your alternative plan?" Monica inquired.

After ending the call, Alicia picked up a new book she had purchased.

Leaning back, she lifted the book so that its title caught Caden's attention.

The title read, "The Trick of Manipulators."

Caden found himself at a loss for words.